Literacy and Philosophical Essays, Volume 32, The Harvard Classics
Volume 32 of The Harvard Classics presents a collection of literary and philosophical essays by a diverse group of authors, including Michel de Montaigne, Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve, Ernest Renan, Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller, Immanuel Kant, and Giuseppe Mazzini. These essays offer readers profound insights into the human experience, exploring themes such as education, morality, literature, and the nature of the self.
Michel de Montaigne's "Essays" are a series of reflections on a wide range of topics, including friendship, death, and the nature of wisdom. Montaigne's essays are celebrated for their introspective and philosophical nature, as well as their candid and personal style.
Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve's "Literary Portraits" offer insightful analyses of various authors and their works, highlighting the connections between literature and life. Sainte-Beuve's essays are renowned for their depth of analysis and their sensitive portrayal of literary figures.
Ernest Renan's "What is a Nation?" is a seminal essay on nationalism and the concept of nationhood. Renan reflects on the historical, cultural, and social factors that contribute to the formation of nations, offering a nuanced perspective on this complex phenomenon.
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's "Laocoön: An Essay on the Limits of Painting and Poetry" explores the relationship between art forms and the boundaries of artistic expression. Lessing's essay is a foundational work in the field of aesthetics, influencing generations of artists and thinkers.
Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller's "On the Aesthetic Education of Man" is a treatise on the role of art in society and the cultivation of the individual's aesthetic sensibility. Schiller's essay is a philosophical meditation on the transformative power of art and its ability to elevate the human spirit.
Immanuel Kant's "Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals" is a key work in moral philosophy, exploring the nature of morality and the principles that govern ethical behavior. Kant's essay is a rigorous examination of the foundations of morality, emphasizing the importance of reason and duty in ethical decision-making.
Giuseppe Mazzini's "Duties Towards the Church" is a reflection on the role of religion in society and the individual's moral obligations towards the church. Mazzini's essay is a passionate defense of religious faith and its importance in shaping personal and social ethics.
Together, the essays in Volume 32 of The Harvard Classics offer readers a profound and thought-provoking exploration of literature, philosophy, and the human condition, showcasing the enduring relevance of these timeless works.
Volume 32 of The Harvard Classics presents a collection of literary and philosophical essays by a diverse group of authors, including Michel de Montaigne, Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve, Ernest Renan, Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller, Immanuel Kant, and Giuseppe Mazzini. These essays offer readers profound insights into the human experience, exploring themes such as education, morality, literature, and the nature of the self.
Michel de Montaigne's "Essays" are a series of reflections on a wide range of topics, including friendship, death, and the nature of wisdom. Montaigne's essays are celebrated for their introspective and philosophical nature, as well as their candid and personal style.
Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve's "Literary Portraits" offer insightful analyses of various authors and their works, highlighting the connections between literature and life. Sainte-Beuve's essays are renowned for their depth of analysis and their sensitive portrayal of literary figures.
Ernest Renan's "What is a Nation?" is a seminal essay on nationalism and the concept of nationhood. Renan reflects on the historical, cultural, and social factors that contribute to the formation of nations, offering a nuanced perspective on this complex phenomenon.
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's "Laocoön: An Essay on the Limits of Painting and Poetry" explores the relationship between art forms and the boundaries of artistic expression. Lessing's essay is a foundational work in the field of aesthetics, influencing generations of artists and thinkers.
Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller's "On the Aesthetic Education of Man" is a treatise on the role of art in society and the cultivation of the individual's aesthetic sensibility. Schiller's essay is a philosophical meditation on the transformative power of art and its ability to elevate the human spirit.
Immanuel Kant's "Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals" is a key work in moral philosophy, exploring the nature of morality and the principles that govern ethical behavior. Kant's essay is a rigorous examination of the foundations of morality, emphasizing the importance of reason and duty in ethical decision-making.
Giuseppe Mazzini's "Duties Towards the Church" is a reflection on the role of religion in society and the individual's moral obligations towards the church. Mazzini's essay is a passionate defense of religious faith and its importance in shaping personal and social ethics.
Together, the essays in Volume 32 of The Harvard Classics offer readers a profound and thought-provoking exploration of literature, philosophy, and the human condition, showcasing the enduring relevance of these timeless works.
Volume 32 of The Harvard Classics presents a collection of literary and philosophical essays by a diverse group of authors, including Michel de Montaigne, Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve, Ernest Renan, Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller, Immanuel Kant, and Giuseppe Mazzini. These essays offer readers profound insights into the human experience, exploring themes such as education, morality, literature, and the nature of the self.
Michel de Montaigne's "Essays" are a series of reflections on a wide range of topics, including friendship, death, and the nature of wisdom. Montaigne's essays are celebrated for their introspective and philosophical nature, as well as their candid and personal style.
Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve's "Literary Portraits" offer insightful analyses of various authors and their works, highlighting the connections between literature and life. Sainte-Beuve's essays are renowned for their depth of analysis and their sensitive portrayal of literary figures.
Ernest Renan's "What is a Nation?" is a seminal essay on nationalism and the concept of nationhood. Renan reflects on the historical, cultural, and social factors that contribute to the formation of nations, offering a nuanced perspective on this complex phenomenon.
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's "Laocoön: An Essay on the Limits of Painting and Poetry" explores the relationship between art forms and the boundaries of artistic expression. Lessing's essay is a foundational work in the field of aesthetics, influencing generations of artists and thinkers.
Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller's "On the Aesthetic Education of Man" is a treatise on the role of art in society and the cultivation of the individual's aesthetic sensibility. Schiller's essay is a philosophical meditation on the transformative power of art and its ability to elevate the human spirit.
Immanuel Kant's "Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals" is a key work in moral philosophy, exploring the nature of morality and the principles that govern ethical behavior. Kant's essay is a rigorous examination of the foundations of morality, emphasizing the importance of reason and duty in ethical decision-making.
Giuseppe Mazzini's "Duties Towards the Church" is a reflection on the role of religion in society and the individual's moral obligations towards the church. Mazzini's essay is a passionate defense of religious faith and its importance in shaping personal and social ethics.
Together, the essays in Volume 32 of The Harvard Classics offer readers a profound and thought-provoking exploration of literature, philosophy, and the human condition, showcasing the enduring relevance of these timeless works.
Author: Montaigne, Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve, Ernest Renan, Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, J. C. Friedrich Von Schiller, Immanuel Kant and Giuseppe Mazzini
In House Collection: 9 of 9
Condition: Poor
Condition Additional Notes: Part of the trimming of the front edge of the cover is missing, signs of heavy use from being a public library book in the early-late mid-20th century
Book Cover Material: Hardback
Publisher: P F Collier & Son Company, New York
Publication Date: 1910
Age: 1910
Edition: 1st Edition
Language: English
