Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The True Artist has the planet for his pedestal; the adventurer, after years of strife, has nothing broader than his shoes.

The True Artist has the planet for his pedestal; the adventu

Summary

This quote highlights the contrast between the true artist and the adventurous individual. It suggests that while the artist elevates their work to a higher level, encompassing the entire world, the adventurer's experiences and achievements are limited to the physical realm and their personal struggles. The artist's creative expression knows no bounds and extends to a universal scale, while the adventurous individual's accomplishments are more fleeting and confined to their immediate surroundings.

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