transcendentalism

Contains articles and books now found only in special libraries to describe transcendentalism.

An alphabetical guide to the major writers and works associated with the American Transcendentalist movement of the nineteenth century includes entries covering significant places, concepts, and periodicals of the movement.

An anthology beginning with essays from Emerson's "Self-reliance," and containing his "Friendship" and Thoreau's "Walden" and "Civil Disobedience." Includes a glossary and notes.

A study of Transcendentalist utopian thought in nineteenth century New England as evidenced in the experimental communities of Brook Farm, Fruitlands, and Henry David Thoreau's cabin on Walden Pond.

Presents overviews of two religious movements in early nineteenth-century America, including the Second Great Awakening and transcendentalism; examines their effects on American culture; and includes brief biographies of significant revivalists and transcendentalists, excerpts from primary documents, and other resources.

A comprehensive history of American transcendentalism which originated with a number of nineteenth-century intellectuals including Ralph Waldo Emerson, and examines their philosophical and religious roots in Europe and opposition to slavery.

An anthology of writings by American transcendental writers, including Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, Margaret Fuller, and others.