"The American Scholar"

Emerson's argument in "The American Scholar" holds true for only some people in our country; however, the bottom line is that America gives people the choice to be either a specialist or to have a larger pallet of interests.

One reason Emerson's argument still holds true today is the example of my mom's husband, Kevin. He used to own a Hungry Howies Pizza in Monroe. One day he decided to move me, my mom and my brother out to Brooklyn, MI. Here he started a horse and cattle ranch. His pizza business was very successful, despite a poor location, which was proven when the next owner took over and went bankrupt. His ranch is also fairly successful, and it is a very good addition to my mom, who works as a nurse anesthetist.

One prime example of why Emerson may have a valid point, is the production line worker. A phenomenal way of producing goods, but i almost EXACTLY what Emerson argues against. The production line worker does his one part, time after time, he becomes a machine, almost like a work horse. And, I agree with Emerson that it, without a doubt, it eats away at the man.