Amiel's Journal: The Journal Intime of Henri-Frédéric Amiel by Henri Frédéric Amiel

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Author Amiel, Henri Frédéric, 1821-1881
Translator Ward, Humphry, Mrs., 1851-1920
Title Amiel's Journal: The Journal Intime of Henri-Frédéric Amiel
Note Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Amiel's Journal: The Journal Intime of Henri-Frédéric Amiel" by Henri Frédéric Amiel is a collection of personal reflections and philosophical musings written during the late 19th century. It serves as an introspective exploration of Amiel's thoughts on existence, solitude, and the human condition, offering insights into the inner life of a solitary thinker grappling with feelings of melancholy, intellect, and spiritual seeking. The opening of the journal features a preface that outlines the motivations for its publication, focusing on the intimate nature of Amiel’s writings, which delve into his psychological observations, daily incidents, and deepest thoughts concerning the world and himself. It highlights the creation of a literary work that aims to transmit the essence of Amiel’s experience without heavy biographical content, inviting readers to engage intimately with his philosophical inquiries and emotional landscapes. The translator's notes reflect on the challenges of conveying Amiel's complex ideas, setting the stage for the profound examination of a life filled with aspiration, introspection, and the quest for deeper understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Amiel, Henri Frédéric, 1821-1881 -- Diaries
Subject Authors, Swiss -- 19th century -- Diairies
Category Text
EBook-No. 8545
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Most Recently Updated Feb 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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