“Is it not strange, that an infant should be heir of the whole world, and see those mysteries which the books of the learned never unfold?”
Quote by Thomas Traherne
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Centuries of Meditations
This book is a compilation of meditative essays that delve into the nature of time, the human condition, and the essence of life. The author explores themes of change, memory, and the cyclical nature of existence, offering readers a contemplative journey through centuries of thought and reflection. more
Author
Thomas Traherne
Thomas Traherne, born in 1636 in England, was a 17th-century poet known for his deeply religious and philosophical poetry, considered one of the most unique voices in the history of English literature. more
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