Viisaus ja kohtalo by Maurice Maeterlinck
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"Viisaus ja kohtalo" by Maurice Maeterlinck is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. The work explores profound themes such as wisdom, fate, justice, happiness, and love, questioning the nature of human experience amid suffering and joy. It reflects on the relationship between individual agency and the external forces that shape our destinies. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the author's contemplation on the dichotomy between wisdom
and the harsh realities of life. Maeterlinck discusses the societal inclination toward despair, contrasting it with the pursuit of higher ideals. He emphasizes that wisdom involves not only understanding one's present circumstances but also cultivating a perspective that transcends mere survival. Through deep philosophical inquiry, the author posits that understanding and embracing our fates can lead to a more profound sense of purpose and fulfillment, encouraging the reader to seek a connection between their inner and outer worlds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Maeterlinck, Maurice, 1862-1949 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Anttila, Aarne, 1892-1952 |
| Uniform Title | La sagesse et la destinée. Finnish |
| Title | Viisaus ja kohtalo |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 35.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Wisdom |
| Subject | Fate and fatalism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63961 |
| Release Date | Dec 5, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 171 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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