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Understanding Emerson: 'The American Scholar' and His Struggle for SelfReliance,New
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A seminal figure in American literature and philosophy, Ralph Waldo Emerson is considered the apostle of selfreliance, fully alive within his ideas and disarmingly confident about his innermost thoughts. Yet the circumstances around 'The American Scholar' orationhis first great public address and the most celebrated talk in American academic historysuggest a different Emerson. In Understanding Emerson, Kenneth Sacks draws on a wealth of contemporary correspondence and diaries, much of it previously unexamined, to reveal a young intellectual struggling to define himself and his principles.Caught up in the fierce dispute between his Transcendentalist colleagues and Harvard, the secular bastion of Boston Unitarianism and the very institution he was invited to honor with the annual Phi Beta Kappa address, Emerson agonized over compromising his sense of selfreliance while simultaneously desiring to meet the expectations of his friends. Putting aside selfdoubts and a resistance to controversy, in the end he produced an oration of extraordinary power and authentic vision that propelled him to greater awareness of social justice, set the standard for the role of the intellectual in America, and continues to point the way toward educational reform. In placing this singular event within its social and philosophical context, Sacks opens a window into America's nineteenthcentury intellectual landscape as well as documenting the evolution of Emerson's idealism.Engagingly written, this book, which includes the complete text of 'The American Scholar,' allows us to appreciate fully Emerson's brilliant rebuke of the academy and his insistence that the most important truths derive not from books and observation but from intuition within each of us. Rising defiantly before friend and foe, Emerson triumphed over his hesitations, redirecting American thought and pedagogy and creating a personal tale of quiet heroism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Understanding Emerson'? A: 'Understanding Emerson' delves into Ralph Waldo Emerson's oration 'The American Scholar', exploring his struggle for self-reliance amidst the pressures from his Transcendentalist peers and Harvard University.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Kenneth Sacks, who draws on contemporary correspondence and diaries to present a nuanced view of Emerson.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include self-reliance, the role of the intellectual in society, social justice, and the conflict between personal beliefs and societal expectations.
- Q: Is the text of 'The American Scholar' included in this book? A: Yes, 'Understanding Emerson' includes the complete text of 'The American Scholar', allowing readers to appreciate Emerson's insights fully.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Understanding Emerson' contains 216 pages, providing a comprehensive examination of Emerson's ideas and historical context.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Understanding Emerson' is bound in hardcover, offering durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Understanding Emerson' was published on March 30, 2003, making it a recent contribution to literature on Emerson.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'Understanding Emerson'? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into Emerson's philosophical struggles, the significance of 'The American Scholar', and the broader intellectual climate of 19th-century America.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to Emerson's work? A: Yes, 'Understanding Emerson' is engagingly written and provides context that can help newcomers appreciate Emerson's contributions to literature and philosophy.