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Affirmations

Affirmations

Ellis, Havelock

Hardcover

PhilosophyLiterary FiguresLiterary Criticism

ISBN10: 1025261089
ISBN13: 9781025261089
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 274
Weight: 1.23
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Affirmations is a profound collection of essays by the pioneering social critic and psychologist Havelock Ellis. In this work, Ellis delves into the lives and philosophies of several key figures who challenged the conventional boundaries of their time, including Friedrich Nietzsche, Casanova, Zola, Huysmans, and St. Francis of Assisi. Through these diverse portraits, Ellis explores the tension between individual expression and societal norms, examining the roles of morality, aesthetics, and spirituality in the human experience.

The collection serves as a critical bridge between the Victorian era and modern thought, offering insightful analysis into the New Spirit that was reshaping literature and philosophy at the turn of the century. Ellis's prose is characterized by its intellectual curiosity and empathetic understanding, making Affirmations an essential read for those interested in the history of ideas, literary theory, and the evolution of social ethics. By examining the unique affirmations of these significant individuals, Ellis presents a compelling vision of personal integrity and the pursuit of a meaningful life in a rapidly changing world.

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