Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The lover of nature is he whose inward and outward senses are still truly adjusted to each other; who has retained the spirit of infancy even into the era of manhood. His intercourse with heaven and earth, becomes part of his daily food. In the presence of nature, a wild delight runs through the man, in spite of real sorrows...

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This quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson emphasizes the idea that the true lover of nature is one who maintains a deep connection with the natural world and possesses an innate sense of wonder and curiosity. Such individuals possess a harmony between their inner self and the outer world and approach nature with the same sense of awe and delight that they experienced as children. Despite any hardships they may face in life, being in the presence of nature brings them immense joy, serving as a source of solace and nourishment for their mind, body, and spirit.

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