Essays: First Series by Ralph Waldo Emerson | Full Subtitled Audiobook (Transcendental Philosophy)

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Today, we present “Essays: First Series” by Ralph Waldo Emerson, read by Bob Neufeld.
This fully subtitled audiobook brings Emerson’s most influential collection of essays to life through serene narration and visual text, creating an atmosphere ideal for deep reflection and immersive listening.

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📘 About the Book

Originally published in 1841, Essays: First Series established Ralph Waldo Emerson as a leading voice of American transcendentalism — a movement that emphasized individualism, intuition, and the divine presence in nature.
These essays explore spiritual freedom, self-reliance, and moral insight, inspiring readers to seek truth within themselves and harmony with the natural world.

Included are some of Emerson’s most celebrated works, such as:
• Self-Reliance — a call for independence and authenticity.
• The Over-Soul — on the divine unity connecting all life.
• Love, Friendship, Circles, and Heroism — reflections on relationships and inner virtue.

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✍️ About Ralph Waldo Emerson

Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803–1882) was an American essayist, philosopher, and poet — one of the founders of Transcendentalist thought.
His writings urge readers toward self-trust, simplicity, nature, and spiritual awareness, influencing generations from Thoreau to modern self-development thinkers.
Through Essays: First Series, Emerson’s vision of personal integrity and divine connection continues to resonate with seekers of truth and balance.

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🎙️ Narrated by Bob Neufeld

Bob Neufeld’s calm and deliberate narration captures Emerson’s contemplative rhythm, inviting listeners to slow down, absorb, and reflect — making this the perfect listening experience for quiet study or meditation.

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📺 Subtitled Audiobook Experience

Every word appears on-screen, allowing you to read and listen simultaneously — ideal for reflection, philosophical study, or learning English through literature.
Chillbooks’ visual design enhances focus and serenity, letting you experience Emerson’s words in both sound and spirit.

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⏳ Timestamps

00:00 - Essays: First Series by Ralph Waldo Emerson
00:11 - I. HISTORY
55:07 - II. SELF-RELIANCE
2:02:54 - III. COMPENSATION
2:54:31 - IV. SPIRITUAL LAWS
3:47:19 - V. LOVE
4:17:06 - VI. FRIENDSHIP
4:57:26 - VII. PRUDENCE
5:27:37 - VIII. HEROISM
5:57:28 - IX. THE OVER-SOUL
6:44:02 - X. CIRCLES
7:17:12 - XI. INTELLECT
7:51:24 - XII. ART

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