Exploring the Life of Ralph Waldo Emerson - Noble American Lives Podcast, Episode 99 In episode 99 of the Noble American Lives Podcast, William H. Benson delves into the life and times of Ralph Waldo Emerson. Benson discusses Emerson's intellectual journey, his stance on slavery, and his influential works, including his essays and lectures. Key highlights include Emerson's involvement in the abolitionist movement, his predictions about the disunion of the United States, and his interactions with significant figures like Abraham Lincoln. The episode also touches on Emerson's broader contributions to American intellectual life and his efforts to elevate common people to the level of greatness through his representative men, including Plato and Swedenborg. (00:00) Introduction to the Noble American Lives Podcast (01:16) Overview of Previous Episodes and Books (04:00) Ralph Waldo Emerson's Biography (04:51) Emerson's Involvement in Abolitionism (11:47) Emerson's Later Life and Works (14:38) Emerson's Philosophical Contributions (18:46) Critique of Emerson's Representative Men (21:57) Emerson on Swedenborg

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