Essays - Ralph Waldo Emerson

"Essays on Things" by William Lyon Phelps is a collection of fifty-two short essays that blend wit, insight, and a remarkable breadth of learning. Phelps, a beloved Yale professor, explores a diverse ...

1 Aug 6h 28min

"Idle Ideas in 1905" by Jerome K. Jerome presents a collection of sharp and humorous essays that explore a range of thought-provoking topics, such as the nature of beauty in women, the etiquette expec...

31 Jul 5h 19min

"Three Great Virtues - Three Essays by Emerson" delves into the profound concepts of Faith, Hope, and Charity, which Emerson translates into the essential virtues of Self-Reliance, Love, and Friendshi...

30 Jul 3h 31min

Emma Goldman's "Anarchism and Other Essays" is a profound exploration of anarchist philosophy, as well as a critical examination of various social issues such as patriotism, women's suffrage, marriage...

29 Jul 6h 57min

"Essays on Political Economy" by Frederic Bastiat presents a compelling argument that the sole purpose of government is to safeguard individual rights to life, liberty, and property. Bastiat asserts t...

28 Jul 7h 16min

"Master-Knot of Human Fate" by Ellis Meredith tells the compelling story of Adam and Robin, who find themselves alone in the aftermath of a natural cataclysm. As they navigate their new reality, they ...

27 Jul 4h 19min

"History of a Literary Radical and Other Essays" presents a posthumous collection of Randolph Silliman Bourne's writings, showcasing his contributions to notable publications like The Atlantic Monthly...

26 Jul 8h 13min

"Human Machine" by Arnold Bennett invites listeners to explore the extraordinary capabilities of the human brain, which he describes as the most remarkable machine we can control. Bennett emphasizes t...

25 Jul 2h 48min