The Genius And Character Of Emerson: Lectures At The Concord School Of Philosophy

Book Overview

The Genius and Character of Emerson: Lectures at the Concord School of Philosophy is a book written by Frank B. Sanborn. The book is a collection of lectures that were delivered at the Concord School of Philosophy, which was founded by Sanborn and his colleagues in 1879. The lectures focus on the life and works of Ralph Waldo Emerson, one of the most influential American thinkers of the 19th century. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Emerson's philosophy, including his ideas on self-reliance, individualism, and transcendentalism. Sanborn also explores Emerson's personal life and character, including his relationships with his family and friends, his political views, and his literary influences. The lectures are presented in a clear and accessible style, making the book suitable for both scholars and general readers. The Genius and Character of Emerson is an important contribution to the study of American literature and philosophy, and a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of Ralph Waldo Emerson.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: 1162954914
• ISBN13: 9781162954912
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"