Analyze Craft and Structure Development of Ideas An essay is a short work of nonfiction in which open-ended exploration of ideas. Reading Emerson's essays, you may feel as an author presents ideas on a specific topic. Often, an essay involves an connections. Through his explorations, Emerson elaborates a philosophical vision, or interpretation of humanity's situation in the world. To help readers Zyou are walking beside him as he converses, continually discovering new see life from his perspective, he employs strategies such as these: Setting the Scene: Emerson grounds his discussion in a shared experience-a walk in the woods, or a moment when one takes charge of one's life. Re-envisioning the Ordinary: Starting from shared experience, Emerson transforms it, showing its larger implications. In "Nature" for example, he finds that a walk in the woods restores youth and connects him more deeply to the world. He re-envisions this walk as a journey into the infinite. Re-defining Words: Emerson develops specific associations for key terms. In "Nature." for example, the term nature grows from a reference to fields and woods to include associations with the spirit. Finding Limits: Emerson may reflect on how far his vision should extend. In "Nature." for example, he concludes that the power of nature to delight is not unlimited. Practice CITE TEXTUAL EVIDENCE to support your answers. Notebook Work on your own to analyze Emerson's presentation of his vision in these two essays. Complete a chart like this one. Then, share and discuss your findings with your group. from NATURE Summary of Vision humanity's relationship to nature: References to Shared Experience How the Shared Experience Reflects the Vision Meanings and Associations of Key Terms nature: harmony: from SELF-RELIANCE Summary of Vision significance of being an individual: References to Shared Experience How the Shared Experience Reflects the Vision Meanings and Associations of Key Terms self-reliance: great men: manhood: society: conformity: consistency: Limits/Lack of Limits Limits/Lack of Limits from Nature from Self-Reliance 211