George Santayana s'impose comme une figure majeure de la philosophie classique américaine, alliant magistralement philosophie, poésie et critique littéraire. Son naturalisme et sa profonde insistance sur l'imagination créatrice ont annoncé d'importants tournants intellectuels des deux côtés de l'Atlantique. Il a exploré le concept de multiples perfections avant que le multiculturalisme ne devienne un sujet répandu et a conçu la philosophie à travers une lentille littéraire bien avant qu'elle ne devienne un thème académique courant. Santayana a intégré avec brio le platonisme à la pensée aristotélicienne, a contré les philosophies idéalistes et a offert une description sensible de la vie spirituelle sans adhérer à des croyances religieuses. Sa perspective d'outsider, façonnée par son héritage hispanique et ses expériences en Amérique, a fourni des aperçus uniques sur la vie américaine, rivalisant avec Tocqueville en qualité et en importance. Au-delà de la philosophie, sa production littéraire n'a d'égal que celle d'Emerson.
Focusing on the insights of three influential poets, this volume presents a series of lectures that reflect the author's personal impressions rather than academic expertise. The discussions center on Lucretius, Dante, and Goethe, emphasizing their profound impact on the author's understanding of nature and philosophy. While lacking in scholarly depth, the work offers a heartfelt exploration of literary criticism and serves as an introductory lesson in philosophical thought, appealing to readers interested in the intersection of poetry and philosophical ideas.
This book brings together two seminal works by George Santayana, one of the most significant philosophers of the twentieth century: Character and Opinion in the United States, which stands with Tocqueville's Democracy in America as one t
This collection of essays by the prominent American philosopher George Santayana includes the famous "The Birth of Reason," "The Philosophy of Travel," "Bertrand Russell's Searchlight," "Appearance and Reality," and "On the False Steps of Philosophy." Also included are essays on Hellenism, Goethe's Faust , the politics of religion, friendship, and Tom Sawyer as a latterday Don Quixote.
This historic book may contain numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can often download a free scanned copy of the original work from the publisher. The 1905 edition is not indexed and lacks illustrations.
Love serves as a prelude to life, an overture hinting at the themes to come, yet it remains merely a symbol and a promise. As time progresses, passion evolves into possession, courtship into partnership, and pleasure into habit. The arrival of a child, both a mystery and a plaything, illustrates the consequences of our choices, binding us to a path we cannot escape. We realize that our indulgences create a net of obligations, shaping our destiny. Life, once seemingly infinite in possibilities, becomes confined to a singular career. We learn that in moral pursuits, infinity is an illusion, and to achieve anything definitive requires renouncing other options.
The family stands as a masterpiece of nature, harmonizing instincts where each member supports one another. The husband protects the wife, while she serves him; the weaker partner gains authority and safety, and the more carefree finds a supportive home. Parents impart experience and memory to their children, who in turn offer their parents a sense of immortality. The extended childhood of humans necessitates the transmission of acquired knowledge, allowing instincts and habits to develop postnatally under the influence of their environment.
Valued by scholars for its significance to literature, this book is presented in its original print format, preserving its historical authenticity. The intentional inclusion of marks and annotations enhances its educational value, ensuring that future generations can appreciate its true nature and content.
The final installment of Santayana's philosophical exploration emphasizes the supremacy of science in understanding human life and reason. It critiques competing philosophical views while defending both physics and dialectic as essential branches of science. The author delves into the interplay between history, nature, and morality, presenting a comprehensive view of how science encompasses all reliable knowledge. This Critical Edition also serves as a valuable resource for scholars, featuring extensive notes and commentary alongside the previous volumes in the series.
The book offers a modern reformatting of a classical work, ensuring its preservation for future generations. It has been meticulously retyped and designed, providing clear and readable text without relying on scanned copies of the original. This dedication to maintaining the integrity of the work highlights its historical significance and importance in human history.
Exploring key themes in modern philosophy, this collection of five essays delves into significant ideas that have shaped human thought. Recognizing its historical importance, Alpha Editions has republished the work in a modern format, ensuring clarity and readability through meticulous reformatting and retyping. This effort aims to preserve the insights of these essays for both current and future generations, making them accessible in a contemporary presentation.
