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  • Marius the Epicurean

    by Walter Pater ...
    Set in the second century A.D. against the backdrop of a Roman Empire on the verge of decline, "Marius the Epicurean" is the story of the philosophical and spiritual development of Marius, a young Italian serving as amanuensis to the great emperor Marcus Aurelius. Marius explores the various systems of philosophy in search of an elusive vision of love, moving from Epicureanism to Cyrenaicism and ... Read more

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  • The Renaissance

    by Walter Pater ...
    This fantastic classic text is Pater's graceful collection of essays discussing the achievements of Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and other artists. The book concludes with an uncompromising advocacy of hedonism, urging readers to experience life as fully as possible. His cry of "art for art's sake" became the manifesto of the Aesthetic Movement, and his assessments of Renaissance art have ... Read more

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  • Complete Writings of Walter Pater

    by Walter Pater ...
    The Renaissance (1873)Marius the Epicurean Vol. I (1885)Marius the Epicurean Vol. II (1885)Imaginary Portraits (1887)Appreciations (1889)Plato and Platonism (1893)Greek Studies (1895)Miscellaneous Studies (1895)Gaston de Latour (1896)Essays from ‘The Guardian’ (1896)Uncollected Essays ... Read more

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  • Marius the Epicurean

    by Walter Pater ...
    A young man in the second-century Roman empire explores various schools of philosophy and religion-from Stoicism to the emerging faith of Christianity-as he searches for meaning and beauty while serving as amanuensis to the emperor Marcus Aurelius. ... Read more

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  • Imaginary Portraits

    by Walter Pater ...
    The essays in "Imaginary Portraits" are fictionalized biographical sketches that blend elements of fact and fiction. Pater uses these essays as a platform to explore various themes related to art, culture, and human nature. Some of the notable essays in the collection include:"A Prince of Court Painters" - This essay examines the life and art of the Italian Renaissance painter Leonardo da Vinci. ... Read more

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  • Marius the Epicurean

    by Walter Pater ...
    Set in the second century AD, "Marius the Epicurean" follows the life of its eponymous protagonist, Marius. The story traces Marius' journey from his early years as a young Roman boy through his education, encounters with various philosophical and religious doctrines, and his search for meaning and fulfillment in life.The novel explores themes such as aesthetics, the pursuit of beauty, and the ... Read more

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  • The Renaissance: Studies in Art and Poetry

    by Walter Pater ...
    According to Wikipedia: "Walter Horatio Pater (4 August 1839 - 30 July 1894) was an English essayist and critic of art and literary critic....his study of "Aesthetic Poetry" appeared in the Fortnightly Review, to be succeeded by essays on Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli, Pico della Mirandola and Michelangelo. These, with other similar studies, were collected in his Studies in the History of ... Read more

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  • Plato and Platonism

    by Walter Pater ...
    Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher, is renowned for his contributions to Western thought, particularly through his dialogues that explore ethics, politics, and metaphysics. His theory of Forms posits that non-material abstract forms, and not the material world, possess the highest and most fundamental kind of reality. This philosophical framework laid the groundwork for Platonism, which ... Read more

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  • Delphi Complete Works of Walter Pater (Illustrated)

    by Walter Pater ...
    Series Book 17 - Delphi Series Eight
    Walter Pater, the English critic, essayist and humanist is noted for the advocacy of “art for art’s sake”, which became a cardinal doctrine of Aestheticism. Pater’s seminal work on the Renaissance was popular, yet controversial, reflecting his lost belief in Christianity. This comprehensive eBook presents Pater’s complete works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts appearing in digital print ... Read more

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  • Marius the Epicurean HIS SENSATIONS AND IDEAS Volume 2

    by WALTER PATER ...
    The novel is set in the 2nd century AD and follows the life of Marius, a young Roman man who is deeply interested in philosophy, aesthetics, and the pursuit of the beautiful and meaningful in life. It is a coming-of-age story that traces Marius's intellectual and spiritual development as he encounters various philosophical and religious traditions, including Epicureanism and Christianity, while ... Read more

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  • Gaston de Latour; an unfinished romance

    by Walter Pater ...
    The novel is indeed unfinished, and it explores themes similar to those found in Pater's other works, including the pursuit of beauty, sensuality, and the complexities of human experience. The story is set in the 17th century and follows the life and experiences of the titular character, Gaston de Latour, a young Frenchman who becomes a soldier and is engaged in various adventures and encounters ... Read more

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  • Appreciations, with an Essay on Style

    by Walter Pater ...
    "An Essay on Style" by Walter Pater is a profound exploration of the nature of style in literature and art. Pater emphasizes the importance of individual expression and the aesthetic experience, arguing that style is not merely a superficial aspect of writing but a reflection of the author's inner self. He delves into the relationship between form and content, suggesting that true artistry lies in ... Read more

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