Records Of A Lifelong Friendship, 1807-1882

""Records of a Lifelong Friendship"" is a collection of letters exchanged between two notable figures of the 19th century, Ralph Waldo Emerson and William Henry Furness. The letters span from 1807 to 1882, covering a period of over 70 years, and provide insight into the deep and lasting bond between these two men. The book offers a glimpse into the personal lives of Emerson and Furness, as well as their intellectual and philosophical pursuits. It also sheds light on the social and cultural context of the time period, particularly in relation to the Transcendentalist movement in which Emerson played a pivotal role. The letters are accompanied by annotations and commentary, providing historical and literary context for modern readers. Overall, ""Records of a Lifelong Friendship"" offers a unique and intimate look into the lives of two influential figures of American literature and thought, and their enduring friendship.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.