Daily inspiration from American philosopher and transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson

Featuring excerpts from Ralph Waldo Emersons essays, poems, and lectures, Everyday Emerson offers 365 snippets of wisdom and insight from one of Americas greatest writers and philosophers. An astute observer of both nature and society, Emersons writing touches on themes of individuality, freedom, and human potential, all of it shot through with a profound love and awe of the natural world.

The excerpts in Everyday Emerson are inspiring and thought provokinga daily invitation to engage the world with imagination and intention. In addition to daily quotes, the end of the book also includes selections from Emerson’s beloved essay “Self-Reliance.” Both longtime appreciators of Emersons work and readers who would be intimidated by a complete book of essays will find something delightful in its pages.