Emerson and Other Essays by John Jay Chapman

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Author Chapman, John Jay, 1862-1933
LoC No. 75108126
Title Emerson and Other Essays
Contents Emerson -- Walt Whitman -- A study of Romeo -- Michael Angelo's sonnets -- The fourth canto of the Inferno -- Robert Browning -- Robert Louis Stevenson.
Credits Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Victoria Woosley and PG Distributed
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Summary "Emerson and Other Essays" by John Jay Chapman is a collection of critical essays centered around the works and philosophies of Ralph Waldo Emerson, likely written during the late 19th century. The essays delve into Emerson's view on individualism, democracy, and the moral law, portraying him as a champion of personal liberty against the constraints imposed by societal norms. Through his profound analysis, Chapman highlights Emerson's impact on various facets of American thought and literature while reflecting on the historical context of Emerson's life and works. The opening of this collection introduces the central theme regarding Emerson's belief in the importance of the individual over the masses. Chapman critiques the era of social conformity that surrounded Emerson, highlighting a period marked by moral cowardice and suppression of free thought. He illustrates Emerson's views by quoting his disdain for a society that flattens individuality into a faceless collective. The discussion touches on pivotal events and societal issues of Emerson's time, including the conflicts surrounding slavery and the importance of moral courage in the face of societal pressure. Overall, this first segment sets the groundwork for a comprehensive exploration of Emerson's philosophy and its relevance to both his contemporaries and future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Browning, Robert, 1812-1889
Subject Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894
Subject Literature -- History and criticism
Subject Emerson, Ralph Waldo, 1803-1882
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EBook-No. 13088
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Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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