Authors: Otto, Rudolf, 1869-1937

In History

By Abil Kile

"Naturalism and Religion" by Dr. Rudolf Otto is a philosophical treatise exploring the relationship between naturalistic and religious interpretations of the world, written in the early 20th century. The work aims to delineate the tensions and conflicts between these two frameworks, questioning whether they can coexist harmoniously. Otto seeks to v...

Authors: Ostaijen, Paul van, 1896-1928

In History

By Abil Kile

"Bezette stad" by Paul van Ostaijen is a collection of poetry written during the early 20th century. The book is a significant work of modernist literature that reflects the author's response to the profound social and political changes occurring in Belgium, particularly in the context of World War I. The poems in "Bezette stad" intertwine personal...

Authors: Oldroyd, Osborn H. (Osborn Hamiline), 1842-1930

In History

By Abil Kile

"The Good Old Songs We Used to Sing, '61 to '65" by Osborn H. Oldroyd is a collection of Civil War songs published in the early 20th century. The book serves as a nostalgic look back at the music that carried soldiers and civilians through the emotional tumult of the Civil War years. Oldroyd gathers a variety of lyrics that reflect the spirit of th...

Authors: Norton, Andre, 1912-2005

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By Abil Kile

"Rebel Spurs" by Andre Norton is a historical novel written in the early 1960s. The story is set in the post-Civil War American West, specifically in Arizona in 1866, and follows Drew Rennie, a recently discharged Confederate soldier. As he navigates the challenges of establishing himself in a town grappling with the aftermath of war, Drew also see...

Authors: Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm, 1844-1900

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By Abil Kile

"Human, All-Too-Human: A Book for Free Spirits, Part 2" by Friedrich Nietzsche is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. This significant text presents a range of aphorisms that explore the complexities of human nature, emotions, and the philosophies that govern societal and individual perceptions. Nietzsche aims to provoke thought ...

Authors: Newman, John Henry, 1801-1890

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By Abil Kile

"An Essay in Aid of a Grammar of Assent" by John Henry Newman is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. The text aims to explore the intellectual processes involved in belief and assent, specifically in the realm of religion and personal conviction. Newman delves into the distinctions between notional and real assent, examining how ...

Authors: Newman, Ernest, 1868-1959

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By Abil Kile

"Wagner as Man & Artist" by Ernest Newman is a biographical study of the influential composer Richard Wagner, written in the early 20th century. This work explores Wagner's complex character and his artistic theories through a rich examination of his life, writings, and letters. The book aims to provide a psychological and chronological overview of...

Authors: Müller, Karl Otfried, 1797-1840

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By Abil Kile

"The History and Antiquities of the Doric Race, Vol. 2 of 2" by Karl Otfried Müller is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work focuses on the political institutions, cultural practices, and social structures of the Doric people, particularly examining the contrasts with the Ionian race. The author explores various aspects ...

Authors: Müller, F. Max (Friedrich Max), 1823-1900

In History

By Abil Kile

"Lectures on the Science of Language" by F. Max Müller is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work consists of a series of lectures delivered at the Royal Institution of Great Britain, exploring the nature and evolution of language from a scientific perspective. The book aims to illuminate how language functions, its hist...