The Transcendentalist Revolt Against Materialism - Hardcover

The Transcendentalist Revolt Against Materialism is a book written by George F. Whicher that explores the philosophy of transcendentalism and its opposition to materialism. The book begins by examining the historical context in which transcendentalism emerged in the United States in the early 19th century, including the influence of European Romanticism and the impact of the Industrial Revolution.The author then delves into the core beliefs of transcendentalism, including the idea that individuals can achieve a higher spiritual consciousness through intuition and direct experience of the natural world. This philosophy stood in stark contrast to the prevailing materialistic worldview of the time, which emphasized the importance of science and technology in understanding the world.The book also explores the key figures of the transcendentalist movement, including Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Margaret Fuller. Whicher examines their writings and speeches in detail, highlighting the ways in which they challenged the dominant materialist worldview and offered a new vision of human spirituality and connection to nature.Overall, The Transcendentalist Revolt Against Materialism is a comprehensive exploration of the transcendentalist movement and its impact on American culture and philosophy. It provides a valuable insight into the intellectual and cultural history of the United States in the 19th century and offers a compelling argument for the continued relevance of transcendentalist ideas in the modern world.From The Problems In American Civilization Series By The Department Of American Studies At Amherst College. This Volume Contains Writings By: Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr., Ralph Waldo Emerson, James Truslow Adams, Henry David Thoreau, Ralph Henry Gabriel, Theodore Parker, Henry Steele Commager, Louisa May Alcott.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.