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Title: Philosophical Letters of Friedrich Schiller
Credits: Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger
Summary: "Philosophical Letters of Friedrich Schiller" by Friedrich Schiller is a collection of philosophical essays written during the late 18th to early 19th century. The work presents a dialogue between two characters, Julius and Raphael, who engage in deep discussions about the nature of reason, morality, and the human spirit, reflecting on the connections between intellectual contemplation and emotional experience. The opening of the text sets the stage for a profound exploration of philosophical thought. Julius expresses his feelings of melancholy following Raphael's departure, reflecting on the ideals and wisdom he gained from their friendship. He grapples with the tumultuous emotions that emerge when one begins to question previously accepted beliefs about existence, creation, and the nature of God. The letters reveal Julius's struggle with newfound skepticism that challenges the comforting beliefs he once held, while Raphael, through their correspondence, serves as both a mentor and challenger, guiding Julius in his search for deeper understanding. This dynamic set in the opening illustrates the interplay between joy and suffering in the quest for truth, setting a philosophically rich tone for the essays that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805
EBook No.: 6799
Published: Dec 8, 2004
Downloads: 144
Language: English
Subject: Philosophy
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Philosophical Letters of Friedrich Schiller
Credits: Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger
Summary: "Philosophical Letters of Friedrich Schiller" by Friedrich Schiller is a collection of philosophical essays written during the late 18th to early 19th century. The work presents a dialogue between two characters, Julius and Raphael, who engage in deep discussions about the nature of reason, morality, and the human spirit, reflecting on the connections between intellectual contemplation and emotional experience. The opening of the text sets the stage for a profound exploration of philosophical thought. Julius expresses his feelings of melancholy following Raphael's departure, reflecting on the ideals and wisdom he gained from their friendship. He grapples with the tumultuous emotions that emerge when one begins to question previously accepted beliefs about existence, creation, and the nature of God. The letters reveal Julius's struggle with newfound skepticism that challenges the comforting beliefs he once held, while Raphael, through their correspondence, serves as both a mentor and challenger, guiding Julius in his search for deeper understanding. This dynamic set in the opening illustrates the interplay between joy and suffering in the quest for truth, setting a philosophically rich tone for the essays that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805
EBook No.: 6799
Published: Dec 8, 2004
Downloads: 144
Language: English
Subject: Philosophy
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.