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Adepts in Self-Portraiture

Adepts in Self-Portraiture

Zweig, Stefan

Hardcover

Literary FiguresLiterary Criticism

ISBN10: 102525676X
ISBN13: 9781025256764
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 386
Weight: 1.58
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Adepts in Self-Portraiture is a masterful exploration of the art of autobiography and the psychological depths of the human spirit. Written by the acclaimed Stefan Zweig, this work presents profound biographical studies of three legendary figures: Giacomo Casanova, Stendhal, and Leo Tolstoy. Zweig delves into the unique ways each man confronted his own existence and transformed his personal experiences into enduring literature.

Through the lens of Casanova, the author examines the life of the adventurer who lived entirely in the moment. In the study of Stendhal, Zweig explores the analytical mind of the observer who sought truth through self-examination. Finally, the portrait of Tolstoy reveals the spiritual struggle of a giant seeking moral clarity. Zweig's narrative combines historical detail with keen psychological insight, offering readers a compelling look at how these adepts shaped their own legacies through the act of self-portraiture. This collection remains a vital contribution to literary criticism and a fascinating study of the intersection between life and art.

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