“Has nature connected itself together by no bond, allowed itself to be thus crippled, and split into the divine and human elements? Well! there are certain divine powers of a middle nature, through whom our aspirations are conveyed to the gods, and theirs to us. A celestial ladder, a ladder from heaven to earth.”
Quote by Walter Pater
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Marius the Epicurean: Easyread Comfort Edition
In this philosophical novel, the protagonist Marius, a young man of ancient Greece, embarks on a journey of self-discovery and intellectual exploration. He encounters various philosophical schools of thought and ultimately embraces Epicureanism, seeking happiness and tranquility through the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain. The Easyread Comfort Edition offers a revised and accessible version of the original text, making it more reader-friendly. more
Author
Walter Pater
Walter Pater was a British essayist, critic, and poet, known for his influential literary criticism and contributions to the Aesthetic Movement. Born on August 4, 1839, and died on July 30, 1894, Pater's work had a significant impact on the development of modern literary theory and the appreciation of art and literature. more
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