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Persons and Places: The Background of My Life

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SKU:
1542
Condition:
Very Good - Dust jacket has minor chips at corners and edges. Firm binding, square textblock, clean green boards with gilt title and slight edgewear. Pages are clean, crisp, and unmarked, except for a previous owner’s name on the front endpaper.
Format:
Hardcover, 262 pages
Publisher:
Charles Scribner's Sons, 1944
Edition:
Book Club Edition

In Persons and Places: The Background of My Life, George Santayana invites readers into a deeply introspective exploration of his life and the influential figures who shaped his philosophy. This collection of autobiographical essays, first published in 1944, reflects on his experiences as a philosopher, poet, and essayist, blending personal narrative with rich cultural commentary. Santayana's eloquent prose not only illuminates his own journey but also provides profound insights into the human condition, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of personal history and philosophical thought.

About the Author

George Santayana (1863-1952) was a Spanish-American philosopher, essayist, poet, and novelist whose work significantly impacted modern philosophy and literature. Born in Madrid and raised in the United States, he is best known for his contributions to pragmatism and his critiques of materialism. His notable works include The Life of Reason, The Sense of Beauty, and The Reason in Common Sense. Santayana's distinctive blend of philosophy and literary flair has established him as a key figure in the intellectual landscape of the 20th century, influencing generations of thinkers and writers.