"May Day and Other Works" is a collection of essays and short stories by the famous American philosopher and writer Ralph Waldo Emerson. In this book, the author examines various aspects of life, nature, human destiny and society through the prism of his own philosophical view. His reflections on the relationship between people, their place in nature and the meaning of life inspire the reader to his own reflections and self-discovery. May Day and Other Works is an important work for anyone interested in philosophy, literature, and a deep understanding of human nature.