Rediscovering Emerson in the Age of Information: Degeneration and Reconnection

Ralph Waldo Emerson’s transcendentalist philosophy, born in the 19th century, feels startlingly relevant today. As we navigate an era defined by unprecedented access to information, relentless technological advances, and an ever-deepening sense of disconnection, Emerson’s warnings against societal, moral, and intellectual stagnation—what he might call "degeneration"—offer profound insight. This exploration of his ideas and their resonance with our modern challenges suggests a path toward reconnection and renewal.