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Transcendentalism was a literary movement in the first half of the 19th century. ... The concept of transcendentalism is clearly expressed in the essay "Nature", by Ralph Waldo Emerson. Emerson was a leader in the movement of transcendentalism and the first American author to influence European thought. ... " These lines exemplify the very ideals of transcendentalism. ... Emerson also relates the concept of transcendentalism to human life in his essay, "Self-Reliance." In this aptly named essay, Emerson grapples with another part of transcendentalism, the issue of "self-reliance. ... " These words are the epitome of the ideals of transcendentalism- that one must celebrate the individual in order to find himself one with the universe. Another significant glimpse into the core ideals of transcendentalism was made by the distinguished author Henry David Thoreau. ... " His ideas were the foundation of transcendentalism- individualism, knowledge of nature, and the disposal of material belongings. Transcendentalism was one of the most important movements of the 19th century. ... Transcendentalism was a fundamental movement that was forever immortalized by innovative authors and works of literature.
Approximate Word count = 865
Approximate Pages = 3.5
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