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Patrick M. Reed

associate professor of civil and environmental engineering
Book Title
Emerson: The Mind on Fire
Author
Robert D. Richardson Jr.
Book Description
This biography of Ralph Waldo Emerson provides a compelling portrait of intellectual courage that emphasizes the importance of maximizing your everyday experiences. Emerson’s life story provides a motivating example of how perseverance, friendships, and love of nature can transcend the challenges of life and expand our collective understanding of a changing world.
Year
2008

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