Emerson describes famous thinkers and artists, while Thoreau describes personal experiences.
Emerson describes famous thinkers and artists, while Thoreau describes personal experiences.
They all deal with independence or self reliance
The epigraphs that do not directly deal with independence or self-reliance in Emerson's essay "Self-Reliance" are the ones by John Milton and Montaigne. These epigraphs focus more on the idea of universal truths and questioning conventional wisdom.
Emerson introduces the tenant of individuality, and Thoreau puts it into practice.
Emerson introduces the tenant of individuality, and Thoreau puts it into practice.
Emerson introduces the tenant of individuality, and Thoreau puts it into practice.
The third epigraph in Emerson's essay does not deal with independence or self-reliance. Instead, it addresses the idea of defeat or surrender.
By teaching through discussions, he put a higher emphasis on the individual learning for himself or herself.
The epigraphs to Emerson's essay "Self-Reliance" all deal with the theme of independence, individualism, and nonconformity. They set the tone for the essay, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's own judgment and staying true to oneself despite societal pressures.
The connotation of "individual" is typically positive, emphasizing uniqueness, independence, and individuality. It implies a sense of autonomy, self-reliance, and distinctiveness.
Both argue that society can take away a person's individuality.
The key doctrine of Transcendentalism is the belief in the inherent goodness of people and nature. Transcendentalists emphasize the importance of self-reliance, individuality, and connecting with the natural world to achieve a higher level of understanding and spiritual fulfillment.