| Author |
Strindberg, August, 1849-1912 |
| Commentator |
Babillotte, Arthur, 1887-1916 |
| Translator |
Field, Claud, 1863-1941 |
| Uniform Title |
En blå bok. English
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| Title |
Zones of the Spirit: A Book of Thoughts
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 70.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Zones of the Spirit: A Book of Thoughts" by August Strindberg is a philosophical exploration written in the early 20th century. This work is a collection of reflections and insights that delve deeply into the author's spiritual and existential inquiries. Strindberg's writings convey his tumultuous journey through various philosophical and theological landscapes, reflecting on the nature of divinity, the human condition, and the pursuit of truth. The opening of the book features an engaging introduction that presents Strindberg as a man shaped by intense spiritual struggles and radical transformations. It outlines his evolution from a devout believer to a fierce skeptic and ultimately back to a redefined faith, spotlighting significant moments that shaped his worldview. As the narrative unfolds, it discusses Strindberg's critical examination of traditional beliefs, portraying his intellectual pursuits and the influence of other thinkers on his journey, leading to a profound and often painful understanding of existence and faith. This introductory section sets the stage for a work that promises to examine deeply personal and universally relatable themes through Strindberg's distinctive lens. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Swedish literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
44118 |
| Release Date |
Nov 6, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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