An Oration Delivered Before The Phi Beta Kappa Society, By Ralph Waldo Emerson

Emerson's 1837 speech emphasizes the significance of intellectual independence and individualism in the quest for knowledge and personal growth. He advocates for self-reliance and the rejection of conformity, urging his audience to embrace independent thinking. The ideas presented have significantly influenced American culture and thought. This facsimile reprint aims to preserve and promote Emerson's important contributions to philosophy and literature, making it an essential read for those interested in American intellectual history.