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Author | : Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
Total Pages | : 298 |
Release | : 2008-09-11 |
Genre | : Literary Collections |
ISBN | : 0199552401 |
Stoic philosopher and tutor to the young emperor Nero, Seneca wrote moral essays - exercises in practical philosophy - on how to live in a troubled world. Strikingly applicable today, his thoughts on happiness and other subjects are here combined in a clear, modern translation with an introduction on Seneca's life and philosophy.
Author | : Michail M. Bachtin |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 191 |
Release | : 1986 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 9780226541334 |
Author | : Bartolomeo Scala |
Publisher | : Harvard University Press |
Total Pages | : 348 |
Release | : 2008 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780674028265 |
This volume collects works from throughout Scala's career showing his acquaintance with recently discovered ancient writers and the influence of fellow humanists such as Marsilio Ficino. Also included is the 'Defense against the Detractors of Florence', a key document in the development of modern republicanism.
Author | : Thoudam Damodara Singh |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 1987 |
Genre | : Religion and science |
ISBN | : 9780941525015 |
Author | : Seneca |
Publisher | : Penguin UK |
Total Pages | : 168 |
Release | : 2005-02-24 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 0141914548 |
A major writer and a leading figure in the public life of Rome, Seneca (c. 4BC-AD 65) ranks among the most eloquent and influential masters of Latin prose. This selection explores his thoughts on philosophy and the trials of life. In the Consolation to Helvia he strives to offer solace to his mother, following his exile in AD 41, while On the Shortness of Life and On Tranquillity of Mind are lucid and compelling explorations of Stoic thought. Witty and self-critical, the Letters - written to his young friend Lucilius - explore Seneca's struggle to acquire philosophical wisdom. A fascinating insight into one of the greatest minds of Ancient Rome, these works inspired writers and thinkers including Montaigne, Rousseau, and Bacon, and continue to intrigue and enlighten.
Author | : Wole Soyinka |
Publisher | : Pantheon |
Total Pages | : 344 |
Release | : 1993 |
Genre | : Literary Collections |
ISBN | : |
Never less than profound, Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka's fierce and provocative contribution to the debate on multiculturalism brings together 19 iconoclastic essays on African, European, and American literature, culture, and politics. "Unquestionably Africa's most versatile writer".--New York Times
Author | : Giacomo Leopardi |
Publisher | : Univ of California Press |
Total Pages | : 560 |
Release | : 1983-12-09 |
Genre | : Literary Collections |
ISBN | : 9780520049284 |
This series is conceived as a library of bilingual editions of works chosen for their importance to Italian literature and to the international tradition of art and thought Italy has nurtured. In each volume an Italian text in an authoritative edition is paired with a new facing-page translation supplemented by explanatory notes and a selected bibliography. An introduction provides a historical and critical interpretation of the work. The scholars preparing these volumes hope through Biblioteca ltaliana to point a straight way to the Italian classics. GENERAL EDITOR: Louise George ClubbEDITORIAL BOARDPaul J. Alpers, Vittore BrancaGene Brucker, Fredi ChiappelliPhillip W. Damon, Robert M. DurlingGianfranco Folena, Lauro MartinesNicolas J. Perella
Author | : Giacomo Leopardi |
Publisher | : Prabhat Prakashan |
Total Pages | : 253 |
Release | : 2023-10-01 |
Genre | : Self-Help |
ISBN | : |
Essays and Dialogues : Dialogues and Fictional Essays by Giacomo Leopardi by Giacomo Leopardi: This collection brings together the insightful essays and dialogues of Giacomo Leopardi, an Italian philosopher, poet, and essayist. Leopardi's works explore a wide range of topics, including philosophy, literature, art, and human nature. Through his eloquent and thought-provoking prose, Leopardi invites readers to engage with profound ideas and reflections on the human condition. Key Aspects of the Book "Essays and Dialogues by Giacomo Leopardi": Philosophical Exploration: Leopardi's essays delve into existential questions and philosophical themes, challenging readers to ponder the complexities of life. Humanistic Perspective: The author's keen observations of human nature and society offer insights into the cultural and intellectual milieu of his time. Literary Critique: Leopardi's critical essays and dialogues engage with the works of other writers and thinkers, contributing to the broader discourse on literature and the arts. Giacomo Leopardi was an Italian poet, philosopher, and scholar, born in 1798. He is considered one of the most significant literary figures of the 19th century. Leopardi's works reflect the intellectual and cultural climate of his time, grappling with the philosophical and existential concerns of Romanticism. His poetry and prose showcase a deep awareness of the human condition, combining melancholic reflection with profound intellectual inquiry. Leopardi's contributions to Italian literature and philosophical thought have solidified his place as a revered figure in the literary canon.
Author | : Daniel CHECHICK |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 127 |
Release | : 2020-10-24 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : |
Throughout life, a person may encounter many questions without having the time to watch and contemplate, to wonder what everything means to them personally.What did I ask for, other than gentle moments of existence, in which I could devote myself to the silence within me, and debate my spirit over real decisions on real issues?For what is the common alternative?To nullify my existence in blind devotion to the choices of the many, who would dictate my way of life, though I had never asked for their advice? Such a choice would be an insult.I then figured that there must be another way to live, before that predetermined script which some are so quick to carve into the spirits of young people.Harsh words of this kind have burst out of me, a defensive storm protecting me from the possible insult of being a leaf, blowing in the wind without any hold or internal decision.That is why I decided to hold an internal discourse with my spirit, over all those great questions which have always haunted my mind, without letting external voices be a determining factor.Moreover, I sought to have a discussion with the old man I will become - to find an appropriate partner for these intimate conversations, so rare in the freezing reality. Such quiet conversations, where thoughts come up uncensored, are at times a worthy reason to still live. To still be human.
Author | : Stefan Storrie |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
Total Pages | : 230 |
Release | : 2018 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 0198755686 |
This is the first volume of essays on Berkeley's Three Dialogues, a classic of early modern philosophy. Leading experts cover all the central issues in the text: the rejection of material substance, the nature of perception and reality, the limits of human knowledge, and the perceived threats of skepticism, atheism, and immorality.