Two Unpublished Essays

This collection brings together two previously unpublished essays by one of America's greatest philosophers, Ralph Waldo Emerson. In 'The Character of Socrates, ' Emerson provides a powerful and insightful portrait of the ancient Greek philosopher, while 'The Present State of Ethical Philosophy' reflects on the challenges and opportunities facing contemporary ethical thought. With a thoughtful introduction by the noted theologian Edward Everett Hale, this collection is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and the ongoing quest for ethical wisdom. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.