Publisher's Synopsis
The Correspondence of Thomas Carlyle and Ralph Waldo Emerson 1834 to 1872 V2 is a book that compiles the letters exchanged between two of the most influential writers and thinkers of the 19th century. Thomas Carlyle, a Scottish philosopher, and Ralph Waldo Emerson, an American essayist, poet, and philosopher, had a close friendship that lasted for over 30 years. The book includes letters that discuss a wide range of topics, from literature and philosophy to politics and personal matters. The letters offer a glimpse into the intellectual and personal lives of these two great thinkers, as well as the cultural and historical context of their time. The second volume of the book covers the period from 1851 to 1872, which was a particularly eventful time in both Carlyle and Emerson's lives. During this period, Carlyle published some of his most famous works, including The Life of Frederick the Great and The History of the French Revolution. Emerson, on the other hand, was involved in the abolitionist movement and was a prominent figure in the Transcendentalist movement in America. Overall, The Correspondence of Thomas Carlyle and Ralph Waldo Emerson 1834 to 1872 V2 is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of ideas and the intellectual life of the 19th century. It provides valuable insights into the minds of two of the most important figures in the literary and philosophical world of their time.1883. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766181758. Vol. 2 of 2. The whole correspondence, so far as it is known to exist, is here printed. The punctuation and orthography of the original letters have been in the main exactly followed. Much is printed concerning dealings with publishers, as illustrative of the material conditions of literature during the middle of the century, as well as of the relations of the two friends. Vol. 2 contains correspondence dated 1842-1872.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
