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Uniform Title: Del sentimiento trágico de la vida. English
Title: Tragic Sense Of Life
Note: Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by David Starner, Martin Pettit and the PG Online Distributed
Proofreading Team
Summary: "Tragic Sense of Life" by Miguel de Unamuno is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. It explores profound themes concerning human existence, the quest for meaning, and the relationship between individual and collective identity, particularly within the context of Spanish culture. Unamuno delves into the core of human experience, examining the inner struggles of individuals seeking immortality and the inherent tragedies of life. The opening of the book sets the stage for Unamuno's exploration of what it means to be human, emphasizing the importance of concrete experiences over abstract ideals. He argues that philosophy should center around the "man of flesh and bone"—the real, living person rather than an abstract idea of humanity. The text discusses various philosophers, showcasing how their personal experiences shape their thoughts and beliefs. Unamuno introduces the communication between intellect and emotion, positing that the longing for immortality is a fundamental human drive that influences both thought and behavior. Through this lens, the reader is invited to reflect on their own existential dilemmas and the significance of individual identity amidst broader societal constructs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Unamuno, Miguel de, 1864-1936
Translator: Flitch, J. E. Crawford (John Ernest Crawford), 1881-1946
EBook No.: 14636
Published: Jan 8, 2005
Downloads: 1190
Language: English
Subject: Faith and reason -- Christianity
Subject: Immortality -- Christianity
Subject: Tragic, The -- Religious aspects -- Christianity
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: Del sentimiento trágico de la vida. English
Title: Tragic Sense Of Life
Note: Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by David Starner, Martin Pettit and the PG Online Distributed
Proofreading Team
Summary: "Tragic Sense of Life" by Miguel de Unamuno is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. It explores profound themes concerning human existence, the quest for meaning, and the relationship between individual and collective identity, particularly within the context of Spanish culture. Unamuno delves into the core of human experience, examining the inner struggles of individuals seeking immortality and the inherent tragedies of life. The opening of the book sets the stage for Unamuno's exploration of what it means to be human, emphasizing the importance of concrete experiences over abstract ideals. He argues that philosophy should center around the "man of flesh and bone"—the real, living person rather than an abstract idea of humanity. The text discusses various philosophers, showcasing how their personal experiences shape their thoughts and beliefs. Unamuno introduces the communication between intellect and emotion, positing that the longing for immortality is a fundamental human drive that influences both thought and behavior. Through this lens, the reader is invited to reflect on their own existential dilemmas and the significance of individual identity amidst broader societal constructs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Unamuno, Miguel de, 1864-1936
Translator: Flitch, J. E. Crawford (John Ernest Crawford), 1881-1946
EBook No.: 14636
Published: Jan 8, 2005
Downloads: 1190
Language: English
Subject: Faith and reason -- Christianity
Subject: Immortality -- Christianity
Subject: Tragic, The -- Religious aspects -- Christianity
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.