1 jan 1844 ano - 1844 Ralph Waldo Emerson "The Poet"

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"The Poet" is apart of a collection of essays by Emerson which is titled "Essays: Second Series" which is significant in exploring the nature and the role of the poet in society. The literary context as Emerson was a figure in the Transcendentalism emphasizing individualism, self reliance, and the connection between nature and spirit. It explores the idea of the poet as a visionary and the source of inspiration which reflects on the Transcendentalist belief in the power of intuition and divinity of nature. The historical context of Emerson's essay reflects on cultural shifts and intellectual movement. It was apart of a period of social and political change causing debates on individualism, democracy, and the role of art. His idea on the poet's ability to transcend societal constraints and universal truths that resonate with spirit of the era.

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