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Experience the profound insights of 'The Art of Solitude,' an essential anthology that explores the delicate balance between solitude and connection. This meticulously curated collection brings together classic works from celebrated authors like Virginia Woolf, Edgar Allan Poe, Emily Dickinson, and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Embrace the transformative power of solitude through poetry, essays, autobiographical reflections, and short stories that invite readers to reconnect with themselves. In a rapidly evolving world, where the paradox of loneliness persists, this anthology beckons you to rediscover the beauty found in your own company. Enhance your reading experience with this stunning pocket-sized edition from the Macmillan Collector's Library, a perfect gift for those who appreciate timeless literature. Dive into the narratives that illuminate the human experience of solitude, fostering a deeper understanding of self and the world. Learn how to cultivate a rich inner life and find solace in reflection, as these literary voices guide you toward authentic connections with both your inner self and the universe around you. Ideal for book lovers seeking inspiration or anyone yearning to manage the complexities of modern life, 'The Art of Solitude' is a treasured addition to your library. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781529032628. Year: 2020. Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK. Pages: 224.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529032628
Year: 2020
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Pages: 224
Description:
In a world where we’re more connected than ever, why is it that we’re also more lonely? Dip into this anthology of classic writing to reclaim the pleasure of your own company.
Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning pocket size classics. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is edited and introduced by writer and academic, Zachary Seager.
The Art of Solitude shows some of the myriad ways in which people throughout history have understood their experiences of the solitary life, or have counselled others to benefit from solitude. It contains poetry, essays, autobiographical pieces and short stories from writers such as Virginia Woolf, Edgar Allen Poe, Emily Dickinson and Ralph Waldo Emerson.
These diverse works can teach us how to think in freedom, how to enjoy a profound inner life and how best to cope with the fact that, as the novelist Joseph Conrad put it, we live, as we dream – alone. Above all, they show how we might truly connect with ourselves and, in the process, how we can meaningfully connect with those around us, including the earth itself. Looked at in this way, solitude is always focused both outward and inward, towards the self and towards the world. The cure for loneliness is, in the end, the art of solitude.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529032628
Year: 2020
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Pages: 224
Description:
In a world where we’re more connected than ever, why is it that we’re also more lonely? Dip into this anthology of classic writing to reclaim the pleasure of your own company.
Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning pocket size classics. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is edited and introduced by writer and academic, Zachary Seager.
The Art of Solitude shows some of the myriad ways in which people throughout history have understood their experiences of the solitary life, or have counselled others to benefit from solitude. It contains poetry, essays, autobiographical pieces and short stories from writers such as Virginia Woolf, Edgar Allen Poe, Emily Dickinson and Ralph Waldo Emerson.
These diverse works can teach us how to think in freedom, how to enjoy a profound inner life and how best to cope with the fact that, as the novelist Joseph Conrad put it, we live, as we dream – alone. Above all, they show how we might truly connect with ourselves and, in the process, how we can meaningfully connect with those around us, including the earth itself. Looked at in this way, solitude is always focused both outward and inward, towards the self and towards the world. The cure for loneliness is, in the end, the art of solitude.