A collection of essays by American philosopher and writer Ralph Waldo Emerson, Representative Men explores the lives and works of some of history's most influential figures, including Plato, Shakespeare, and Napoleon. Drawing on his own keen insights and vast knowledge, Emerson offers a unique perspective on these thinkers and their legacies, and challenges readers to reconsider their own assumptions about greatness and achievement. This...
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