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100 1 _aEmerson, Ralph Waldo,
_d1803-1882
245 1 0 _aEnglish Traits
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2012-05-30
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"English Traits" by Ralph Waldo Emerson is an analytical essay written in the mid-19th century. The work is structured upon Emerson's travel experiences and reflections on English society during two visits to England. He explores various themes, such as the influence of race, national character, and the social norms that shape English life, aiming to derive broader insights about humanity and culture. The opening of the work recounts Emerson's first visit to England in 1833, where he describes his arrival in London and the initial impressions he formed about the people and the society. Through personal anecdotes and observations, he reflects on the joy of being in a familiar culture while simultaneously recognizing the constraints of societal expectations. He notes his admiration for notable figures in literature and philosophy, like Coleridge and Carlyle, while also pondering the complexities of their character and ideas. Emerson's narrative sets the stage for a contemplative examination of English traits, as he begins to unveil the intricate relationship between geography, culture, and national identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEngland -- Description and travel
653 _aNational characteristics, English
653 _aGreat Britain -- Civilization
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39862
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