"English Traits" is a masterful series of essays by the renowned philosopher and essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson , offering a deep and often provocative analysis of 19th-century England. Born from the author's personal travels and observations during his visits to Great Britain, this work explores the social, cultural, and political foundations that defined the British Empire at its peak. Emerson delves into the core of the English identity, examining topics such as the influence of the land, the power of wealth, the rigid ...
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"English Traits" is a masterful series of essays by the renowned philosopher and essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson , offering a deep and often provocative analysis of 19th-century England. Born from the author's personal travels and observations during his visits to Great Britain, this work explores the social, cultural, and political foundations that defined the British Empire at its peak. Emerson delves into the core of the English identity, examining topics such as the influence of the land, the power of wealth, the rigid class structure, and the unique intellectual temperament of the populace. Through chapters focusing on race, character, religion, and literature, Emerson contrasts the American perspective with the established traditions of the Old World. He provides an insightful look into how the English spirit shaped global history while maintaining a distinct and often insular culture. The work is not merely a travelogue but a philosophical meditation on national character and the forces that drive human progress. "English Traits" remains an essential text for readers interested in Transcendentalism , social history, and the evolution of Anglo-American relations. Emerson's sharp wit and poetic prose make this an enduring study of a society that significantly influenced his own philosophical development. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Date Unknown. This book has hardback covers. Ex-library, With usual stamps and markings, In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 400grams, ISBN:
Add this copy of English Traits to cart. $9.90, good condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1906 by George G. Harrap & Co.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. With owner's name inside cover. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 650grams, ISBN:
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Pages uncut. Covers marked. This book has hardback covers. Ex-library, With usual stamps and markings, In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 800grams, ISBN:
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Very good. Good binding; no loos. 312 p. Talks about travel to England; Includes land, race, manners, aristocracy, universities, religion, literature, history, etc.
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Good with no dust jacket; Hard Cover; Hurst & Co. Ny. Good with no dust jacket; Hard Cover; Hurst & Co. Brown hard cover, good, rubbing to edges, slight tanning to pages, 234 pgs.
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Very Good. No Dust Jacket. 1/500 printed. Large paper. Very Good hardcover book with no Dust Jacket. Bookplate to front pastedown. All pages clean and unmarked. Scratching/fading to boards, now protected by archival wrap. 296pp. Ocatvo.
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