This book presents over 600 quotes for wisdom, inspiration, motivation and living by, each one a gem whose beautiful light will illuminate. Broadly arranged by category, they are carefully chosen and attractively laid out. Ralph Waldo Emerson’s insightful, wisdom-filled words are as relevant now as they were when written over 150 years ago. If you are looking for profound yet simple maxims to live by, this book will be an invaluable friend and guide.
I must admit quotes that are inspirational or to do with love and nature are very close to my heart so … A central figure of Transcendentalism, Ralph Waldo Emerson was among writers who believed that humans could acquire knowledge through contemplation and intuition rather than through physical senses alone. I must admit quotes that are inspirational or to do with love and nature are very close to my heart so I had no hesitation in downloading this book. 600 quotes by Ralph Waldo Emerson condensed into one book and categorised into different subjects makes this book a real treat. All I can say is…
Thought Provoking and Enlightening Odelia Floris brings together a wonderful selection of Emerson’s quotes. The way they are broken up into sections makes it easy to find something specific if you need it. It was quite an enjoyable read and I read it straight through pulled from one quote to another, noticing that some were from his earlier life and others later. You can tell because at times a more recent quote wouldn’t quite agree with an earlier one. Why did I like that? It reminds us that even the amazing Ralph Waldo Emerson…
Timeless Wisdom for All! This is the perfect go-to book for lovers of inspirational quotes. Prominent American Transcendentalist poet Ralph Waldo Emerson is a font of wisdom. The passages in this book prove that Emerson’s insight range from everyday common sense to deeper matters. That’s a rarity among philosophers!Â