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Individualism And Nonconformity In Ralph Waldo Emerson's ‘Self-Reliance', Brendan Roof
Individualism And Nonconformity In Ralph Waldo Emerson's ‘Self-Reliance', Brendan Roof
2023 Symposium
My presentation utilizes the etymology of the word genius to explore Emerson’s “Self-Reliance.” Emerson would empower the individual in a conformist society to find harmony through nonconformity. The etymology of genius as a spiritual guide reinforces his stance on individualism, namely by qualifying the spirit, or the individual’s discretion, as all-powerful and constant. The word is rooted in the belief that a “spirit attendant” overlooks and guides the host body of each individual. Genius has also been defined as the “personification of a person’s natural appetites.” In terms of Emerson’s genius, man’s inherent appetite to belong to a collective reinforces …
The Positive And Negative Factors Affecting Students With Exceptionalities, Scott Elliott
The Positive And Negative Factors Affecting Students With Exceptionalities, Scott Elliott
KUCC -- Kutztown University Composition Conference
No abstract provided.
Nomina: Radix, Sophie Morrison
Nomina: Radix, Sophie Morrison
KUCC -- Kutztown University Composition Conference
No abstract provided.
How I Found And Reunited With My Biological Family, Gina Glantz
How I Found And Reunited With My Biological Family, Gina Glantz
KUCC -- Kutztown University Composition Conference
No abstract provided.
Womanhood In Dark Winds, Caitlyn Koch
Womanhood In Dark Winds, Caitlyn Koch
KUCC -- Kutztown University Composition Conference
No abstract provided.
Using City As Text In An Elementary Classroom, Jonathan Weinrich
Using City As Text In An Elementary Classroom, Jonathan Weinrich
KUCC -- Kutztown University Composition Conference
No abstract provided.
Conference Schedule, Monday, April 17, 2023, Sandra Leonard
Conference Schedule, Monday, April 17, 2023, Sandra Leonard
KUCC -- Kutztown University Composition Conference
No abstract provided.