Emerson Today

By Bliss Perry

Book Overview

Emerson Today is a comprehensive book that explores the life and work of Ralph Waldo Emerson, a renowned American essayist, poet, and philosopher. Written by Bliss Perry, a prominent literary critic and professor of English, the book delves into Emerson's ideas and beliefs, tracing their evolution over time and examining their relevance to modern-day readers. The book begins with a biographical overview of Emerson's life, highlighting his upbringing, education, and early career as a Unitarian minister. It then delves into his literary works, including essays, poems, and lectures, analyzing their themes and motifs and situating them within the broader context of American literature and culture. Throughout the book, Perry emphasizes Emerson's central ideas, such as self-reliance, individualism, and transcendentalism, and shows how they continue to resonate with contemporary readers. He also explores Emerson's influence on other writers and thinkers, including Walt Whitman, Henry David Thoreau, and William James. Emerson Today is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of America's greatest literary figures. It will appeal to anyone interested in American literature, philosophy, or intellectual history, as well as those seeking to understand the enduring relevance of Emerson's ideas in today's world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163190373
• ISBN13: 9781163190371
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"