RALPH WALDO EMERSON ON SELF-RELIANCE

This collection of quotations and writings by the great American philosopher and poet offers an illuminating guide to self-discovery. Ralph Waldo Emerson was one of the great minds of the mid-nineteenth century. His introspective philosophy inspired the Transcendentalist movement, and his writings?especially his essay Self-Reliance?taught people to ?trust thyself? above all else. With quotes and excerpts from Emerson?s poems, essays, and other writings, this volume presents a delightful introduction to Emerson?s thought and unique literary talent. It also provides a wealth of inspiration to discover your own inner truth. As Emerson writes: ?To believe your own thought, to believe that what is true for you in your private heart is true for all men?that is genius.?