Compensation
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ISBN13: 9781023544177
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 20
Weight: 0.10
Height: 0.04 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
In Compensation: Being an essay as written by Ralph Waldo Emerson, the famed transcendentalist explores the profound and enduring principles of moral philosophy. This significant essay, part of the American literary canon, delves into the concept of universal balance and the ethical underpinnings of success and self-reliance. Emerson's insightful prose examines the laws of cause and effect, revealing how actions inevitably lead to corresponding consequences, both positive and negative.
A cornerstone of 19th-century American thought, Compensation offers guidance on navigating life's complexities with integrity and purpose. It encourages readers to consider the broader implications of their choices and strive for a life lived in harmony with the natural order. Emerson's timeless wisdom remains relevant, providing enduring insights into personal growth and the pursuit of a meaningful existence. This meticulously prepared print edition ensures that Emerson's powerful words continue to inspire and enlighten.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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