Leo Tolstoy

On the Significance of Science and Art (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Intersection of Knowledge, Creativity, and Truth in Society
Übersetzer: Hapgood, Isabel Florence

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "On the Significance of Science and Art," Leo Tolstoy embarks on a profound examination of the intricate relationship between art and science within the tapestry of human existence. Tolstoy's literary style is marked by clarity and philosophical rigor, as he navigates the essential functions these disciplines serve in illuminating the moral and spiritual dimensions of life. Situated in the literary context of the late 19th century, a period marked by rapid scientific advancement and cultural upheaval, the work critiques the growing alienation from genuine human experience that accompanies unchecked intellectualism, promoting instead a harmonious integration of knowledge and creativity that enriches the human soul. Leo Tolstoy, renowned for works such as "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina," transformed from a life of privilege to one of deep moral inquiry and social activism, seeking answers to the fundamental questions of life's purpose. His personal evolution toward pacifism and humanitarianism imbued his writings with a richness of ethical consideration, particularly evident in this reflective discourse on art and science as vehicles for profound societal transformation. Readers seeking an insightful exploration of the human condition will find "On the Significance of Science and Art" a compelling read. Tolstoy's timeless reflections not only challenge conventional paradigms but also encourage a re-evaluation of how art and science can serve a higher moral calling, ultimately illuminating the path towards a more meaningful existence.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 142
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664623331
• Artikelnr.: 58561735

Autorenporträt

Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) was one of the foremost Russian authors of the nineteenth century, known well for his novel, War and Peace. His ethical writings and short stories, which dealt with anarchist and pacifist themes, had a strong influence on Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. One collection of his tales can be found in Walk in the Light & Twenty-Three Tales. Ted Lewis (Editor) is a restorative justice consultant and trainer for the Center for Restorative Justice & Peacemaking (University of Minnesota). He lives in Duluth, Minnesota, where he runs the Agape Peace Center.