Excerpt from Confessions of Two Brothers
It came over me yesterday that the whole secret of my being, of my happiness and my misery, was to be discovered in my hands. I Speak as a biologist, not as a palmist.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complexities of the human mind and the profound relationship between self-awareness and the world around us. Through a series of introspective observations, the author explores the elusive nature of consciousness, the power of sensation, and the enduring influence of fate. The author examines the inner workings of their own consciousness, drawing comparisons with historical figures like Pepys, Casanova, Rousseau, Goethe, Saint Augustine, and Oscar Wilde, all of whom, like themself, have attempted to capture the essence of self through writing. The author, however, grapples with the unique challenge of being both a keen observer of human nature and simultaneously a detached individual who struggles to connect with their own emotional core. The book probes the philosophical underpinnings of materialism, the elusive nature of faith, and the profound influence of artistic expression on our understanding of the world. Ultimately, the author seeks to reconcile the seemingly contradictory impulses within their own being: a yearning for connection and a profound skepticism about the possibility of finding meaning in the grand scheme of things. This book offers a unique perspective on the human condition and invites readers to ponder the mysteries of existence alongside the author's introspective journey. 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. Codice articolo 9781331451228_0
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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781331451228
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