The book "Essays - First Series" by the American philosopher and writer Ralph Waldo Emerson is a collection of essayistic works that first saw the light of day in 1841. In this book, the author examines various aspects of human life, relations with nature, art, and important philosophical questions. Emerson offers the reader a deep sense of the harmony between man and nature, as well as the importance of self-compassion and self-improvement. The book "Essays - the first series" is a classic work of American literature, which will add many interesting thoughts and reflections to anyone interested in studying the depths of the human soul.