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Memoirs of Childhood and Youth

Memoirs of Childhood and Youth

Schweitzer, Albert
Campion, C. T.

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ISBN10: 1161635602
ISBN13: 9781161635607
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 22 2010
Pages: 106
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Memoirs of Childhood and Youth is an autobiographical work by Albert Schweitzer, a renowned philosopher, theologian, and musician. The book chronicles Schweitzer's childhood and formative years in Alsace-Lorraine, a region that was then part of Germany but is now part of France. The book begins with Schweitzer's earliest memories, including his love of music and his fascination with the natural world. He describes his family's strict religious upbringing and his own struggles with faith and doubt. As Schweitzer grows older, he becomes more interested in philosophy and theology, eventually earning a doctorate in both fields. He also becomes an accomplished musician, playing the organ and writing several books on music theory. Throughout the book, Schweitzer reflects on the people and experiences that shaped his worldview, including his encounters with poverty and suffering in Africa, where he would later establish a hospital. Memoirs of Childhood and Youth offers a unique insight into the life and mind of one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, theology, or the life of Albert Schweitzer.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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