Weeknights at the Wagner
An evening lecture series, Weeknights at the Wagner invites experts into our Victorian lecture hall to speak on a variety of science and history of science related subjects. Each talk includes a Q&A with the speaker.
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Weeknights at the Wagner: The Transparent Eye of Ralph Waldo Emerson
Thursday March 14, 2024
6:000 - 7:30 pm at the WagnerIn his latest book, Glad to the Brink of Fear: A Portrait of Ralph Waldo Emerson, James Marcus explores the complex life of philosopher and poet Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882), known as the leader of the Transcendentalist movement. He will be joined by author and essayist Robert Sullivan for a sweeping conversation that explores the many facets of Emerson, beginning with his early interest in science to his evolution as an abolitionist, activist, and one of the most influential thinkers of 19th century America.
