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Dialogue With Death

Dialogue With Death

Koestler, Arthur
Blewitt, Trevor
Blewitt, Phyllis

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Historical FiguresLetters & EssaysGeneral European History

ISBN10: 1432516132
ISBN13: 9781432516130
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2007
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.74
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Dialogue With Death is a powerful and thought-provoking memoir written by Arthur Koestler, a Hungarian-British author and journalist who was imprisoned by the Spanish Nationalists during the Spanish Civil War. The book recounts Koestler's experiences in prison, including his interactions with his fellow prisoners, his interrogators, and the guards who oversaw the prison. The title of the book refers to the conversations Koestler had with his own mortality during his time in prison, as he faced the possibility of execution at any moment. Koestler reflects on the nature of life, death, and the human condition, and explores the philosophical and existential questions that arise when one is faced with the prospect of their own demise. Throughout the book, Koestler shares his observations and insights on the political and social climate of Spain during the Civil War, as well as his thoughts on the nature of power, authority, and oppression. His experiences in prison also led him to question his own beliefs and values, and to re-evaluate his place in the world. Dialogue With Death is a gripping and deeply moving memoir that offers a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history. Koestler's writing is both eloquent and insightful, and his reflections on life, death, and the human experience are sure to resonate with readers of all backgrounds and beliefs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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