Mastery of Life

The Self-Help Classics of Ralph Waldo Emerson

The great writings of American transcendentalist philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) are not some distant ponderings on life – they are works of the highest practicality, intended to supply guidance and daily help. Emerson’s ideas arose from his simple observations of human existence, with all its pitfalls and possibilities.

Reading and listening to Emerson brings the wisdom of the ages down to earth. This collection is drawn from his most practical and best-loved works. Each points you toward better and fuller ways of living.

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Variety

Sentence structures contain a good variety of different words. Narration could have been better to keep listener engaged.

archaic concepts permeate, but overall good

some outdated notions and science referenced, as should be expected in a dated piece of literature. overall interesting, and well read

CLARITY FOR LIFE

AMERICAS GREATEST PHILOSOPHER WITH HIS GREATEST WORKS. THESE WORKS INSPIRE, MOTIVATE, AND YIELD CLARITY AND CREATIVITY. A MUST READ AND LISTEN

A tremendous collection of Emerson's Essays

Beautifully interpreted recordings but the collection could have featured more of RWE's work. There ought to be more recordings of Emerson's work out there at this level of quality. The fact that there are not more/better recordings, or more frequent reprints of the Sage of Concord's work, is revealing. It belies the often malicious neglect of American literature in the United States today.

A nice combination of poetry and philosophy.

Make sure your sharp and awake while listening to this. The narrator can combine with the prose and cause drowsiness.