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2499367Representative Men: Seven Lectureshttps://www.gandhi.com.mx/representative-men-seven-lectures-4057664158383/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/2115857/255a9527-29e4-4e0d-b8fd-53ee8622407f.jpg?v=6383835309885700002525MXNGood PressInStock/Ebooks/<p>In "Representative Men: Seven Lectures," Ralph Waldo Emerson delves into the interplay between individuality and representation, examining the lives of notable figures such as Plato, Swedenborg, and Shakespeare. This collection of essays, originally delivered as a series of lectures, showcases Emersons signature transcendentalist style, characterized by profound insights, lyrical prose, and a deep philosophical inquiry into the nature of genius and the role of the individual in society. The work straddles the realms of literary criticism and philosophical musing, employing a blend of biographical detail and rhetorical flourish to illuminate the ways in which these representative men embody the cultural and intellectual currents of their time. Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) was a leading figure in the American transcendentalist movement, advocating for self-reliance and the importance of the individual spirit. His experiences, including a transformative journey to Europe and his friendships with contemporaries such as Thoreau and Whitman, informed his philosophical positions. These lectures not only reflect Emersons admiration for exceptional minds but also serve as a critique of the conformity of his society, encouraging readers to embrace their own potential for greatness. "Representative Men" is essential reading for those interested in the intersection of philosophy, literature, and cultural criticism. Emersons keen observations and eloquent prose invite readers to reflect on the nature of genius and the significance of individuality, making this collection a timeless exploration of human potential.</p>...2435776Representative Men: Seven Lectures2525https://www.gandhi.com.mx/representative-men-seven-lectures-4057664158383/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/2115857/255a9527-29e4-4e0d-b8fd-53ee8622407f.jpg?v=638383530988570000InStockMXN99999DIEbook20194057664158383_W3siaWQiOiJhYTYyZmU2Zi03NmE3LTQ3MzYtYTViMC1lMDZiMzljNWYwN2UiLCJsaXN0UHJpY2UiOjI1LCJkaXNjb3VudCI6MCwic2VsbGluZ1ByaWNlIjoyNSwiaW5jbHVkZXNUYXgiOnRydWUsInByaWNlVHlwZSI6Ildob2xlc2FsZSIsImN1cnJlbmN5IjoiTVhOIiwiZnJvbSI6IjIwMjUtMDQtMDFUMDk6MDA6MDBaIiwicmVnaW9uIjoiTVgiLCJpc1ByZW9yZGVyIjpmYWxzZX1d4057664158383_<p>Representative Men is a collection of seven lectures by Ralph Waldo Emerson. Contents: Uses of great men, Plato (the Philosopher), Emanuel Swedenborg (the Mystic), Michel de Montaigne (the Skeptic), William Shakespeare (the Poet), Napoleon (the Man of the World) and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (the Writer).</p>(*_*)4057664158383_<p>In "Representative Men: Seven Lectures," Ralph Waldo Emerson delves into the interplay between individuality and representation, examining the lives of notable figures such as Plato, Swedenborg, and Shakespeare. This collection of essays, originally delivered as a series of lectures, showcases Emersons signature transcendentalist style, characterized by profound insights, lyrical prose, and a deep philosophical inquiry into the nature of genius and the role of the individual in society. The work straddles the realms of literary criticism and philosophical musing, employing a blend of biographical detail and rhetorical flourish to illuminate the ways in which these representative men embody the cultural and intellectual currents of their time. Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) was a leading figure in the American transcendentalist movement, advocating for self-reliance and the importance of the individual spirit. His experiences, including a transformative journey to Europe and his friendships with contemporaries such as Thoreau and Whitman, informed his philosophical positions. These lectures not only reflect Emersons admiration for exceptional minds but also serve as a critique of the conformity of his society, encouraging readers to embrace their own potential for greatness. "Representative Men" is essential reading for those interested in the intersection of philosophy, literature, and cultural criticism. Emersons keen observations and eloquent prose invite readers to reflect on the nature of genius and the significance of individuality, making this collection a timeless exploration of human potential.</p>...4057664158383_Good Presslibro_electonico_3e429350-134f-3c8b-8d54-91a9b005b2c7_4057664158383;4057664158383_4057664158383Ralph WaldoInglésMéxicohttps://getbook.kobo.com/koboid-prod-public/bookwire-epub-31b2afc5-5eac-46e8-8751-0532ada602bd.epub2019-11-20T00:00:00+00:00Good Press