Download or read book Emerson s Metaphysics written by Joseph Urbas and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2016-10-12 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book gives the first complete, fully historicized account of Emerson's metaphysics of cause and effect and its foundational position in his philosophy as a whole. Urbas tells the story of the making of a metaphysician and in so doing breaks with the postmodern, anti-metaphysical readings that have dominated Emerson scholarship since his philosophical rehabilitation began in late 1970s. This is an intellectual biography of Emerson the metaphysician but also a chapter in the cultural life-story of a concept synonymous, in the Transcendentalist period, with life itself, the story of the principle at the origin of all being and change. Emerson's Metaphysics proposes an account of Emerson's metaphysical thought as it unfolds in his writings, as it informs his philosophy as a whole, and as it reflects the intellectual and religious culture in which he lived and moved and had his being. This book will be of interest to philosophers, literary scholars, and students of English, philosophy, and intellectual and religious history who are interested in Emerson and the American Transcendentalist movement.
Download or read book The Philosophy of Ralph Waldo Emerson written by Joseph Urbas and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-09-07 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study offers the first comprehensive account of Emerson's philosophy since his philosophical rehabilitation began in the late 1970s. It builds on the historical reconstruction proposed in the author's previous book, Emerson's Metaphysics, and like that study draws on the entire Emerson corpus—the poetry and sermons included. The aim here is expository. The overall though not exclusive emphasis is on identity, as the first term of Emerson's metaphysics of identity and flowing or metamorphosis. This metaphysics, or general conception of the nature of reality, is what grounds his epistemology and ethics, as well as his esthetic, religious, and political thought. Acknowledging its primacy enables a general account like this to avoid the anti-realist overemphasis on epistemology and language that has often characterized rehabilitation readings of his philosophy. After an initial chapter on Emerson's metaphysics, the subsequent chapters devoted to the other branches of his thought also begin with their "necessary foundation" in identity, which is the law of things and the law of mind alike. Perception of identity in metamorphosis is what characterizes the philosopher, the poet, the scientist, the reformer, and the man of faith and virtue. Identity of mind and world is felt in what Emerson calls the moral sentiment. Identity is Emerson's answer to the Sphinx-riddle of life experienced as a puzzling succession of facts and events.
Download or read book The Spiritual Emerson written by Ralph Waldo Emerson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008-07-31 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This concise volume collects the core writings that have made Ralph Waldo Emerson into a key source of insight for spiritual seekers of every faith—with an introduction by the bestselling philosopher Jacob Needleman. Here is the essential collection of Emerson’s spiritual thought for those readers who understand the transformative quality of ideas. It is concise and suited to years of rereading and contemplation, offering the essays that trace the arc of the inner message brought by America’s “Yankee Mystic.” The Spiritual Emerson features many of Emerson’s landmark works. Yet also included are overlooked classics, such as the essays “Fate” and “Success,” which served as major sources of inspiration to some of the leading American metaphysical thinkers of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The introduction by religious scholar and philosopher Jacob Needleman frames—historically and philosophically—the development of Emerson’s thought and explores why it has such a powerful hold on us today.
Download or read book The Portable Emerson written by Ralph Waldo Emerson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-12-30 with total page 754 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive collection of writings by “the most influential writer of the nineteenth century” (Harold Bloom) Ralph Waldo Emerson’s diverse body of work has done more than perhaps any other thinker to shape and define the American mind. Literary giants including Henry David Thoreau, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Walt Whitman were among Emerson’s admirers and protégés, while his central text, Nature, singlehandedly engendered an entire spiritual and intellectual movement in transcendentalism. This long-awaited update—the first in more than thirty years—presents the core of Emerson’s writings, including Nature and The American Scholar, along with revelatory journal entries, letters, poetry, and a sermon. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Download or read book Emerson and New Thought written by Ralph Waldo Emerson and published by DeVorss & Company. This book was released on 2022-02-08 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: EMERSON’S ESSAYS have become the signature writings of the famous American transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson. Not only did these essays turn heads and open eyes in the mid nineteenth century, but they are still doing the same today. His spiritual insights can be seen most profoundly in New Thought and the work of Ernest Holmes and the Science of Mind philosophy. So much so, that specific essays are required reading in New Thought introductory classes. One teacher who has earned the esteem of spiritual leaders throughout New Thought, Dr. Carol Carnes has now provided readers with the specific essays that influenced Ernest Holmes the most: SELF-RELIANCE, THE OVER-SOUL, SPIRITUAL LAWS, COMPENSATION, and CIRCLES. Each chapter includes an essay and Carol’s commentary along with her insightful questions for the reader. The entire book has been edited to allow each reader to easily understand and grasp these concepts on a personal level in the world of today.
Download or read book Emerson as Priest of Pan written by Erik Ingvar Thurin and published by University Press of Kansas. This book was released on 1981 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson written by Ralph Waldo Emerson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-19 with total page 2195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson', readers are immersed in a collection of essays, poems, and lectures from one of America's most influential transcendentalist writers. Emerson's literary style is characterized by his philosophical insights, idealism, and individualism, making his works both timeless and thought-provoking. His writings often explore the relationship between humanity and nature, the importance of self-reliance, and the power of intuition. This comprehensive compilation provides readers with a deep dive into Emerson's profound reflections on life, society, and the human experience. Through his eloquent prose and poetic language, Emerson invites readers to contemplate the mysteries of existence and the interconnectedness of all things. Ralph Waldo Emerson, a prominent figure in the American transcendentalist movement, was inspired by his own experiences with nature, his studies of philosophy, and his observations of society to write his thought-provoking works. As a poet, essayist, and lecturer, Emerson sought to challenge conventional beliefs and inspire individuals to think independently and embrace their own truths. His profound insights continue to resonate with readers across generations, making his works essential reading for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of human existence. I highly recommend 'The Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson' to readers who are passionate about philosophy, nature, and self-discovery. Emerson's timeless wisdom and profound reflections on life offer valuable insights and inspiration for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the world and their place within it.
Download or read book The Philosophy of Emerson written by Ernest Holmes and published by . This book was released on 2016-06-09 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At its heart, "The Philosophy of Emerson" is a conversation between two great American thinkers-Transcendentalist essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson and New Thought leader Ernest Holmes. Early in his career, inspired by the writings of Ralph Waldo Emerson, Ernest Holmes wrote a collection of responses to Emerson's essays "History" and "Spiritual Laws." Through intensive research, Holmes' hand-written notes have been integrated into the Essays themselves, resulting in a powerful book that not only connects the Transcendental ideas of Emerson to the spiritual philosophy of Ernest Holmes, but also offers an enlightening perspective into the minds of these two compelling philosophers.Newt List is the foremost publisher of gender-neutral spiritual classic books.
Download or read book Emerson as a philosopher written by Frank Cummins Lockwood and published by . This book was released on 1896 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Emerson and His Philosophy written by John Arthur Hill and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Emerson and Self Culture written by John T. Lysaker and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2008-03-10 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do I live a good life, one that is deeply personal and sensitive to others? John T. Lysaker suggests that those who take this question seriously need to reexamine the work of Ralph Waldo Emerson. In philosophical reflections on topics such as genius, divinity, friendship, and reform, Lysaker explores "self-culture" or the attempt to remain true to one's deepest commitments. He argues that being true to ourselves requires recognition of our thoroughly dependent and relational nature. Lysaker guides readers from simple self-absorption toward a more fulfilling and responsive engagement with the world.
Download or read book Aesthetic Transcendentalism in Emerson Peirce and Nineteenth Century American Landscape Painting written by Nicholas Guardiano and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2016-12-21 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aesthetic Transcendentalism is a philosophy endorsing the qualitative and creative aspects of nature. Theoretically it argues for a metaphysical dimension of nature that is aesthetically real, pluralistic, and prolific. It directs our attention to the rich complexity of immediate experience, the possibility of discovering new aesthetic features about the world, and the transformative potential of art as an organic expression. This book presents the philosophy in its relationship to its historical roots in the philosophic and artistic traditions of nineteenth-century North America. In this multidisciplinary study, Nicholas L. Guardiano brings together a philosophic and literary figure in Ralph Waldo Emerson, the scientifically minded philosopher Charles S. Peirce, and the plastic arts in the form of American landscape painting. Guardiano evaluates this constellation of philosophers and artists in global perspective as it relates to other historical theories of metaphysics and aesthetics, while simultaneously performing a cultural analysis that identifies an essential feature of the American mind. Aesthetic Transcendentalism thus possesses abiding significance for our vital interactions with nature, daily experiences, and contemplations of great works of art. Aesthetic Transcendentalism in Emerson, Peirce, and Nineteenth-Century American Landscape Painting will be of interest to scholars of American philosophy and American art history, especially specialists of Charles S. Peirce, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and the Hudson River School painters. It will also appeal to philosophers working on systematic metaphysical theories of nature.
Download or read book A Dream Too Wild written by Ralph Waldo Emerson and published by Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations. This book was released on 2004-01-28 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Emerson was very much a person of his era, but his thought is timeless because it partakes of the perennial wisdom that has permeated philosophy and religion in every age and culture. Emerson continues to be relevant because, as he said of himself, 'I am an endless seeker with no past at my back.' Spiritual seekers of this and coming ages will continue to find in Emerson a kindred soul." - from the Introduction Master of the aphorism, Emerson is the most quoted of all American writers. Yet there have been few anthologies of Emerson's sayings and none quite like this one. Drawing from all of Emerson - his early sermons and lectures, his journals, his many books and essays, and his poetry -this unique book of thoughtfully selected passages captures the many textures and nuances of this exceptional mind. We find a spiritual message at the heart of his philosophy. Emerson's spiritual vision is reflected in these selections, the most relevant writings for today's spiritual seekers. This meditation collection will provide an opportunity to celebrate and re-evaluate Emerson's contribution to America's spiritual history. The depth and breadth of Emerson's words will show a new generation of Americans how to bring an open heart and a critical mind to the spiritual search.
Download or read book The Spiritual Teachings of Ralph Waldo Emerson written by Richard Geldard and published by SteinerBooks. This book was released on 2001-05 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No one who has felt the life-changing pull of Emerson's enormous planetary mind has ever doubted his power or his greatness, though we are often puzzled to know whether he is primarily a poet, an essayist or a philosopher. Richard Geldard is not puzzled at all by this; he has written a book that plainly shows Emerson to be essentially a teacher, the Socrates of Concord, a man with a message that we need to hear today. Previous generations "beheld God and nature face to face," Emerson says, and adds provocatively that we moderns seem able only to see those things through the eyes of the earlier generations. "Why," he asks-and the question is intended to shatter our complacency-"Why should not we also enjoy an original relation to the universe? Why should not we have a poetry and philosophy of insight and not of tradition, and a religion by revelation to us, and not the history of theirs?" Emerson's life was devoted to showing how one may still attain an original, that is to say, an authentic, relation to the universe, and Geldard's book aims to focus and distill the famously dispersed Emerson and put his central teachings into the modern reader's hand. Previous edition titled The Esoteric Emerson: the Spiritual Teachings of Ralph Waldo Emerson. Click here to read an interview with the author, Richard Geldard
Download or read book Emerson on Man and God written by Ralph Waldo Emerson and published by . This book was released on 2012-03-01 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book RALPH WALDO EMERSON The Wisdom The Philosophy written by Ralph Waldo Emerson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-19 with total page 1806 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ralph Waldo Emerson's 'The Wisdom & The Philosophy' is a seminal work that delves into the transcendentalist movement of the 19th century. With its eloquent prose and profound insights, Emerson explores the interconnectedness of nature, the human spirit, and the universe. His writing style is characterized by a blend of poetic language and philosophical musings, making this book a timeless classic in American literature. Drawing on themes of self-reliance, individualism, and the importance of intuition, Emerson's work continues to inspire readers to search for deeper meaning in their lives. This book serves as a philosophical guide for those seeking to connect with the world around them and tap into their own inner wisdom. It offers a unique perspective on the complexities of existence and encourages readers to embrace their true selves and follow their own path. 'The Wisdom & The Philosophy' is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the profound ideas of one of America's greatest thinkers.
Download or read book After Emerson written by John T. Lysaker and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2017-05-22 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author of Emerson & Self-Culture shares essays covering such themes as identity, experience, ethics, poetry, philosophy, history, and race. John T. Lysaker works between and weaves together questions and replies in philosophical psychology, Emerson studies, and ethics in this book of deep existential questioning. Each essay in this atypical, philosophical book employs recurring terms, phrases, and questions that characterize our contemporary age. Setting out from the idea of where we are in an almost literal sense, Lysaker takes readers on an intellectual journey into thematic concerns and commitments of broad interest, such as the nature of self and self-experience, ethical life, poetry and philosophy, and history and race. In the manner of Emerson, Cavell, and Rorty, Lysaker’s vibrant writing is certain to have a transformative effect on American philosophy today. “An original and stimulating book, manifesting a level of reflection and existential concern of the highest order. It is intellectually and personally honest.” —Robert E. Innis, author of Susanne Langer in Focus “There is something fresh and hence refreshing in the manner in which John T. Lysaker takes up familiar topics. He shows, with both arresting details and an evolving design, how the conduct of life (to use Emerson’s expression) demands a form of thought frequently at odds with contemporary fashions and preoccupations, with institutionally entrenched approaches and all too rigidly policed discourses.” —Vincent Colapietro, author of Experience, Interpretation, and Community “Acknowledged as one of his generations premier Emerson scholars, Lysaker goes beyond his earlier work, Emerson & Self-Culture . . . [T]he writing is stimulating, vibrant, challenging, risky, and fecund. Recommended.” —D. B. Boersma, Choice
