“Freedom is not choosing; that is merely the move that we make when all is already lost. Freedom is knowing and understanding and respecting things quite other than ourselves.”
Quote by Iris Murdoch
Work
Existentialists and Mystics: Writings on Philosophy and Literature
This book compiles a variety of essays that delve into the philosophical and literary concepts of existentialism and mysticism. It examines how these two intellectual traditions intertwine and influence each other, offering insights into their shared themes and differences. more
Author
Iris Murdoch
Iris Murdoch was an Irish-Canadian philosopher and author, born on July 15, 1919, in Dublin, Ireland, and passed away on February 8, 1999. She is celebrated for her philosophical novels that intertwine moral and ethical dilemmas with complex narratives. Murdoch's work has left a lasting impact on the literary world, particularly in the latter half of the 20th century. more
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