| Author |
Maeterlinck, Maurice, 1862-1949 |
| Title |
The Inner Beauty
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The inner beauty -- Silence -- The invisible goodness.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Martin Pettit and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Inner Beauty" by Maurice Maeterlinck is a philosophical discourse written in the early 20th century. This book delves into the nature of beauty and its profound connection to the human soul. Through poetic prose, Maeterlinck explores how beauty acts as nourishment for the soul, influencing our lives, relationships, and perceptions of truth and goodness. In "The Inner Beauty," Maeterlinck articulates that the essence of humanity is intricately tied to the pursuit and appreciation of beauty. He asserts that beauty transcends mere aesthetics, embodying a deeper connection between souls. The text reflects on human behaviors, emotional experiences, and the transformative power of love and goodness. Maeterlinck suggests that even in moments of pain and suffering, beauty can emerge, uniting individuals in their shared existence and offering solace. The work encourages readers to cultivate their inner beauty and foster a world where love and kindness prevail, portraying a vision of existence where the soul's inherent desire for beauty shapes ethical and meaningful lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Essays
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34910 |
| Release Date |
Jan 10, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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