Edward Carpenter

Broschiertes Buch

The Drama of Love and Death

A Study of Human Evolution and Transfiguration

Beschreibung

"The Drama of Love and Death: A Study of Human Evolution and Transfiguration" by Edward Carpenter delves into the very nature of personality and its potential for profound transformation. This enduring work, categorized under Philosophy & Psychology and Social Science, explores the dynamics of human evolution and the possibilities of self-improvement. Carpenter meticulously examines the forces shaping individual character within the broader context of social change. From a philosophical and psychological perspective, the book fearlessly tackles fundamental questions about human existence and the journey towards self-realization. Prepare to be challenged and inspired by this thought-provoking study of personality and the ongoing drama of love and death that defines the human experience. This republication offers a carefully prepared printing of a classic text. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Edward Carpenter (1844-1929) was a prominent English socialist poet, philosopher, and early advocate for LGBT rights. He was a key figure in the late 19th and early 20th century socialist movement in Britain and is best known for his writings on social reform, spirituality, and human rights. His notable works are Towards Democracy (1883): A poetic work that reflects Carpenter's hilosophical and spiritual beliefs. "The Intermediate Sex" (1908): One of the earliest works advocating for the acceptance and understanding of homosexuality. " Civilisation: Its Cause and Cure" (1889): An exploration of the ills of industrial civilization and the potential for a more harmonious social order. "Pagan & Christian Creeds: Their Origin and Meaning" (1920): An analysis of the similarities between pagan and Christian religious practices and beliefs. Carpenter's advocacy for social reform and human rights influenced a wide range of social movements, including the labor movement, the feminist movement, and the LGBT rights movement. Carpenter lived with George Merrill from the 1890s until Merrill's death in 1928, a relationship that was openly acknowledged and celebrated in his social circle. Edward Carpenter's life and work left a lasting impact on social thought and progressive movements in Britain and beyond, making him a significant figure in the history of social reform and human rights advocacy.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 170
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 245g
• ISBN-13: 9781023161886
• ISBN-10: 1023161885
• Artikelnr.: 74097016