Excerpt from Santayana, the Later Years: A Portrait With Letters
I am not surprised or displeased that you should be somewhat attracted to the church. It is the great, normal, human solution - too human, I think: but I have less need of the sustaining faith than most people: animal faith is enough for me.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating memoir of a young man's friendship with the renowned philosopher George Santayana. The narrative spans twenty-five years, beginning with their initial meeting in Rome in 1927 and culminating with the author's reflections on Santayana's life and legacy. The author provides intimate glimpses into the private life of the philosopher, offering readers a unique perspective on Santayana's thoughts, habits, and beliefs. The book explores the complex and evolving relationship between the author and Santayana, navigating intellectual discussions, personal reflections, and the backdrop of a shared passion for poetry and philosophy. The reader is taken on a journey through European cities and landscapes, encountering vibrant social scenes and the intricacies of the philosophical world. The author vividly depicts Santayana's evolving work, from his profound explorations of the nature of being in "The Realm of Matter" to his foray into fiction with "The Last Puritan," a novel that reveals the author's unique understanding of the human condition. The book illuminates Santayana's unique blend of philosophical rigor and literary artistry, providing a nuanced portrait of a thinker grappling with fundamental questions about existence, faith, and the human experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334910500_0
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