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Transcendentalism In New England: A History (1876)

Transcendentalism In New England: A History (1876)

Frothingham, Octavius Brooks

Hardcover

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1164405217
ISBN13: 9781164405214
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.70
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Transcendentalism In New England: A History, written by Octavius Brooks Frothingham and first published in 1876, is a comprehensive exploration of the Transcendentalist movement that emerged in the United States during the mid-19th century. The book delves into the philosophical and literary roots of Transcendentalism, tracing its origins to the ideas of German philosophers such as Immanuel Kant and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.Frothingham provides a detailed history of the movement, including its key figures such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Margaret Fuller. He explores the Transcendentalists' beliefs in the inherent goodness of humanity, the importance of individualism and self-reliance, and the potential for spiritual growth through nature and intuition.The book also examines the social and political context in which Transcendentalism emerged, including the abolitionist movement and the rise of utopian communities. Frothingham discusses the impact of Transcendentalism on American culture, including its influence on literature, art, and religion.Overall, Transcendentalism In New England: A History is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of the most important intellectual and cultural movements in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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