“Sometimes with the most intense pain a paralysis of sensibility occurs. The soul disintegrates--hence the deadly frost--the free power of the mind--the shattering, ceaseless wit of this kind of despair. There is no inclination for anything any more--the person is alone, like a baleful power--as he has no connection with the rest of the world he consumes himself gradually--and in accordance with his own principle he is--misanthropic and misotheos.”
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Novalis: Philosophical Writings
Novalis, a German philosopher and poet, is celebrated for his contributions to Romantic philosophy. This volume includes his seminal essays and letters, offering insights into his ideas on the nature of reality, the role of imagination, and the pursuit of spiritual truth. more
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Novalis
Novalis, born Friedrich von Hardenberg, was a prominent figure in German Romantic literature. He was born on May 2, 1772, and died on March 25, 1801. Novalis is known for his profound philosophical thoughts and unique poetic creations, which have had a lasting impact on literature and art. more
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