The Heroic Enthusiasts (Gli Eroici Furori) Part the Second by Giordano Bruno
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About this eBook
| Author | Bruno, Giordano, 1548-1600 |
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| Translator | Williams, L. |
| Uniform Title | De gli eroici furori. English |
| Title |
The Heroic Enthusiasts (Gli Eroici Furori) Part the Second An Ethical Poem |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Produced by Sjaani, Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Heroic Enthusiasts (Gli Eroici Furori) Part the Second" by Giordano Bruno is an ethical poem written in the late 16th century. This work explores the philosophical struggle of the soul seeking truth, purification, and spiritual freedom through dialogues between characters such as Cesarino and Maricondo. Bruno employs metaphors and symbols to depict the journey of the soul through trials that ultimately lead to enlightenment and understanding. The opening of the poem introduces the main interlocutors, Cesarino and Maricondo, who engage in a discussion about the nature of existence and the cyclical patterns of life. Their dialogue delves into themes of time, the interplay between past, present, and future, and the pursuit of higher beauty and truth. They reflect on the relationship between love, suffering, and enlightenment, suggesting that the soul's trials are necessary for its ascent towards divine knowledge. Through vivid imagery and philosophical inquiry, the text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the ideals of heroic enthusiasm, further emphasizing the transformative power of love and the quest for ultimate good. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| Subject | Philosophical anthropology |
| Subject | Philosophy, Renaissance |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19833 |
| Release Date | Nov 16, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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