The two transcendentalists were very similar. They were both heavily focused on nature. In short, Emerson typically wrote about Nature, Self Reliance, and Soul. Thoreau wrote about nature, and community (Walden Pond). Hope that helps!
Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau were American transcendentalist writers and philosophers in the 19th century. Emerson was known for his essays and speeches advocating for individualism and spiritual connection with nature. Thoreau, a close friend of Emerson, is famous for his book "Walden," which documents his simple living experiment in a cabin in the woods.
Two remarkable thinkers whose ideas in Transcendentalism would change the way Americans view society
Both were transcendentalists (belief in intrinsic knowledge to human nature, and a deep spirituality to nature).
Emerson describes famous thinkers and artists, while Thoreau describes personal experiences.
both are mad
Transcendentalists
Early 1800's in New England. Led by Thoreau, Emerson, Fuller and Amos Alcott as a call to "an original relation to the universe."--Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau
Emerson-Thoreau Medal was created in 1958.
Transcendentalist writers like Emerson, Thoreau, and Fuller emphasized the importance of individualism, nature, self-reliance, and the connection between the individual and the universe. They believed in the power of intuition and the quest for spiritual fulfillment through inner reflection and communion with nature.
Ralph Waldo Emerson, Margaret Fuller, and Henry David Thoreau were all influential figures in the Transcendentalist movement, which emphasized individualism, intuition, and the connection between humans and nature. They all advocated for self-reliance, creative expression, and social reform, and their works helped shape American literature and philosophy in the 19th century.
Ralph Waldo Emerson acted as Henry David Thoreau's mentor and supporter. Emerson was a prominent writer and thinker who influenced Thoreau's ideas on individualism, nature, and society. Thoreau lived with Emerson for a time and was inspired by his teachings.
Transcendentalist
both of them are poets.
Thoreau lived on Emerson’s land, which was the subject of one of his books.
Emerson introduces the tenant of individuality, and Thoreau puts it into practice.
Emerson introduces the tenant of individuality, and Thoreau puts it into practice.