Amiel's Journal: The Journal Intime Of Henri Frederic Amiel (1889) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437477030)

Amiel's Journal is a fascinating and introspective work that offers a glimpse into the mind and life of Henri Frederic Amiel, a Swiss philosopher and writer who lived in the 19th century. Originally published in 1889, this book is a collection of Amiel's personal diary entries, which he began writing in 1839 and continued until his death in 1881.In this journal, Amiel reflects on a wide range of topics, including his own thoughts and emotions, his relationships with others, his intellectual pursuits, and his spiritual beliefs. He writes with a poetic and philosophical style, offering profound insights into the human condition and the nature of existence.Throughout the book, Amiel grapples with the challenges of living a meaningful and fulfilling life, and he explores the tensions between his desire for solitude and his need for human connection. He also reflects on the role of art, literature, and religion in his life, and he shares his thoughts on the cultural and political issues of his time.Amiel's Journal is a deeply personal and thought-provoking work that offers a unique perspective on the life and mind of one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, literature, or the history of ideas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Henri Frederic Amiel
ISBN-10: 1437477038
ISBN-13: 9781437477030
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/13/2009
Pages: 368
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.76d