THE EDUCATION OF HENRY ADAMS (eBook)

Henry Adams (Autor)

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2017
324 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
978-80-272-3698-5 (ISBN)

Infos

In "The Education of Henry Adams", Henry Adams reflects on his personal journey of self-discovery and intellectual growth in the rapidly changing world of the late 19th century. The book is a unique blend of autobiography, philosophical reflection, and historical analysis, as Adams grapples with the complexities of modernity and the limitations of traditional education. Written in a witty and engaging style, the narrative shifts seamlessly between Adams' personal experiences and his meditations on the larger forces shaping society at the time. This book is a quintessential example of American literary realism, offering profound insights into the challenges of adapting to a rapidly evolving world. The Education of Henry Adams is not just a memoir but a profound exploration of the human condition and the quest for knowledge and meaning in a time of great change. Readers interested in intellectual history, autobiography, and social critique will find this book both engaging and thought-provoking.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 6.12.2017
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Schlagworte: 19th Century America • aristocratic versus peasant • Autobiography • Duality • Educational system critique • Literary History • philosophical introspection • Political family • pulitzer prize winner • Resurrection • Revolution • Self-Education • Social commentary • Technological Change • Violence
• ISBN-10: 80-272-3698-3 / 8027236983
• ISBN-13: 978-80-272-3698-5 / 9788027236985