He wants to, get the whole and genuine meanness of it (Thoreau 235). Emerson similarly says, the one thing in the world of value is the active soul (Emerson 218). He also tells of the soul's boundless resources (Emerson 218). All people have a soul, however, not everyone's soul is active. The resources of the soul are immense and go far beyond our highest imagination...
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The resources of the soul are immense and go far beyond our highest imagination. We do not know our soul's potential, however, we do know that it is almost immeasurable. Finally, both men believe that the imagination can uplift and change our lives. Emerson speaks of Thoreau at his death saying, He knew the worth of the imagination for the uplifting and consolation of human life...
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