“I have thought a sufficient measure of civilization is the influence of good women.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson (verified)
Civilization (Primary source)
In his essay, Civilization, Emerson explores the progress of human society, arguing that true civilization is measured not by material advancements, but by the moral and intellectual development of its individuals. He emphasizes the importance of ideas and character over external comforts.
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