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QUOTES: Wisdom & wit – Ralph Waldo Emerson
April 27, 2016 July 12, 2017 The Long Victorian
Ralph Waldo Emerson died 134 years ago today (b. 25 May 1803 - d. 27 April 1882). Emerson was an American poet, essayist and lecturer. If you've become cynical and dejected about life, his little books may help reawaken your sense of wonder. Here are 10 of my favourite Emerson quotes: 10. "I dream of… Continue reading QUOTES: Wisdom & wit – Ralph Waldo Emerson
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