Ralph Waldo Emerson: How To Know Him (1921)

By Samuel McChord Crothers and Samuel McChord 1857-1927 Crothers

Book Overview

Ralph Waldo Emerson: How To Know Him is a book written by Samuel McChord Crothers and published in 1921. The book is a biographical account of the life and works of Ralph Waldo Emerson, a renowned American essayist, poet, and philosopher who lived in the 19th century. The book explores Emerson's early life, including his childhood and education, as well as his later years as a prominent writer and lecturer. It delves into his philosophical beliefs, including his ideas on individualism, self-reliance, and transcendentalism. Crothers also provides insights into Emerson's personal life, including his relationships with family members and friends, and his marriage to his second wife, Lydia Jackson. The book is written in a narrative style, with Crothers providing his own reflections on Emerson's life and work. It includes excerpts from Emerson's writings, as well as quotes from other notable figures who knew him well, such as Henry David Thoreau and Margaret Fuller. Overall, Ralph Waldo Emerson: How To Know Him offers readers a comprehensive and engaging look into the life and legacy of one of America's most influential thinkers.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: 1163898910
• ISBN13: 9781163898918
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"