The Limits of American Literary Ideology in Pound and Emerson

Exploring the dynamics of radical individualism, Cary Wolfe examines its implications through the works of Ralph Waldo Emerson and Ezra Pound. The analysis delves into the cultural critiques these influential figures offer, highlighting the interplay between individual identity and broader societal contexts. Wolfe's insights illuminate how their philosophies challenge conventional norms and provoke thought on the nature of selfhood and its impact on culture.