Post by teannajones on Dec 30, 2011 20:12:45 GMT -5
Dead Poet's Society really relies on the ideas on transcendentalism. Mr.Keating free thinking and strong emotion shown through his teachings is a true example of transcendentalism. He stresses the importance of the transcendental ideas to his students which have both good and bad effects. For example Neil pushes for his goal because of Mr.Keatings encouragement which caused his death simply because he didn't truly believe he could. Todd on the other hand, through Keatings teachings found self-confidence, self-reliance, and courage.