Nature and Selected Essays (Penguin Classics)

This comprehensive collection of Ralph Waldo Emerson's most significant writings offers a unique insight into his influential life philosophy, providing readers with an indispensable look at one of America's greatest thinkers.

With an introduction by Larzer Ziff that sets the stage for Emerson's formative years, this book provides a thorough understanding of the society in which he lived and the impact his ideas have had on modern political and social activism.

Featuring 15 of Emerson's most important works, including "Nature," "Self-Reliance," and "The American Scholar," this collection is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature and philosophy.