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George Santayana

    George Santayana stands as a principal figure in Classical American Philosophy, seamlessly blending philosophy, poetry, and literary criticism. His naturalism and profound emphasis on creative imagination heralded significant intellectual shifts on both sides of the Atlantic. He explored the concept of multiple perfections before multiculturalism became a widespread issue and viewed philosophy through a literary lens long before it became a common scholarly theme. Santayana masterfully integrated Platonism with Aristotelian thought, countered idealist philosophies, and offered a sensitive account of the spiritual life without adhering to religious belief. His perspective as an outsider, shaped by his Hispanic heritage and experiences in America, provided unique insights into American life, rivaling Tocqueville in quality and importance. Beyond philosophy, his literary output is matched only by Emerson.

    George Santayana
    Three Philosophical Poets; Lucretius, Dante, and Goethe
    The Life of Reason; Or, the Phases of Human Progress: Reason in Science
    Interpretations of Poetry and Religion
    The Letters of George Santayana, Book Four, 1928-1932, Volume 5: The Works of George Santayana, Volume V
    The Letters of George Santayana, Book Seven, 1941-1947: The Works of George Santayana, Volume V
    The Letters of George Santayana, Book Five, 1933-1936, Volume 5: The Works of George Santayana, Volume V
    • 2024

      The Life of Reason or The Phases of Human Progress, critical edition, Volume 7

      Reason in Science, Volume VII, Book Five

      • 484 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      The final installment of Santayana's philosophical exploration emphasizes the supremacy of science in understanding human life and reason. It critiques competing philosophical views while defending both physics and dialectic as essential branches of science. The author delves into the interplay between history, nature, and morality, presenting a comprehensive view of how science encompasses all reliable knowledge. This Critical Edition also serves as a valuable resource for scholars, featuring extensive notes and commentary alongside the previous volumes in the series.

      The Life of Reason or The Phases of Human Progress, critical edition, Volume 7
    • 2023

      A Hermit of Carmel

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      This poignant novel explores themes of love, loss, and spiritual crisis through the story of a disillusioned academic who seeks solace in a Carmelite monastery. Santayana's prose is elegant and insightful, capturing the nuances of the human experience with great sensitivity.

      A Hermit of Carmel
    • 2023

      The Life of Reason

      The Phases of Human Progress

      • 730 pages
      • 26 hours of reading

      Acknowledged as a significant contribution to human thought, this work explores the evolution of reason and its role in human progress. The modern republication ensures its preservation for future generations, featuring a completely retyped and revised text that enhances readability and clarity. This effort emphasizes the importance of engaging with philosophical ideas in a format that is accessible and well-presented, making it suitable for contemporary readers.

      The Life of Reason
    • 2022

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      The Life of Reason; Or, The Phases of Human Progress: Reason in Religion
    • 2022
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