Emerson At Home And Abroad

Emerson At Home And Abroad is a biographical book written by Moncure Daniel Conway about the life and works of Ralph Waldo Emerson, one of the most influential writers and thinkers of the 19th century. The book provides a comprehensive account of Emerson's life, from his childhood in Boston to his travels in Europe and his later years as a renowned lecturer and essayist.Conway delves into Emerson's philosophy and his role as a leader of the Transcendentalist movement, exploring his ideas on nature, self-reliance, and spirituality. The book also examines Emerson's relationships with other prominent figures of his time, including Henry David Thoreau, Walt Whitman, and Margaret Fuller.Throughout the book, Conway uses primary sources such as letters and journals to provide a vivid and intimate portrait of Emerson's life and personality. He also discusses the impact of Emerson's ideas on American literature and culture, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American thought.Overall, Emerson At Home And Abroad is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of America's greatest 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.