Essays on Life, Art and Science - Butler, Samuel; Streatfeild, R a (Richard Alexander)
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Explore the vibrant mind of Samuel Butler in "Essays on Life, Art and Science," a collection of thought-provoking pieces spanning art criticism, scientific inquiry, and astute cultural observation. Butler's essays deliver sharp satire and insightful commentary on a range of subjects, offering a unique perspective on the intellectual landscape of his time. This carefully curated volume showcases Butler's engaging writing style and his enduring relevance as a cultural critic. Delve into discussions on art, science, and the human condition, presented with a wit that transcends generations.…mehr

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Explore the vibrant mind of Samuel Butler in "Essays on Life, Art and Science," a collection of thought-provoking pieces spanning art criticism, scientific inquiry, and astute cultural observation. Butler's essays deliver sharp satire and insightful commentary on a range of subjects, offering a unique perspective on the intellectual landscape of his time. This carefully curated volume showcases Butler's engaging writing style and his enduring relevance as a cultural critic. Delve into discussions on art, science, and the human condition, presented with a wit that transcends generations. Whether exploring philosophical concepts or dissecting societal norms, Butler's essays provide a compelling reading experience for anyone interested in the intersection of art, science, and life itself. A timeless contribution to philosophical and scientific literature, this collection offers a window into the past while prompting reflection on the present. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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English novelist and critic Samuel Butler is best known for his semi-autobiographical book The Way of All Flesh, which was first published in 1964 under the title Ernest Pontifex or The Way of All Flesh, and for his satirical utopian novel Erewhon (1872), which was published posthumously in 1903 after significant revisions. Both books are still in print after their original releases. In additional research, he looked at Italian art, evolution theory, and Christian orthodoxy. He also translated the Iliad and Odyssey into language that is still used today. Butler was born in the rectory in the Nottinghamshire village of Langar on December 4, 1835. Rev was his father. Thomas Butler is the son of Dr. Samuel Butler, who was the bishop of Lichfield after serving as the headmaster of Shrewsbury School. Dr. Butler came from a family of yeomen and was the son of a trader, but his academic prowess was noticed early on, and he was sent to Cambridge and Rugby, where he excelled. Thomas, his only son, wanted to join the Navy but gave in to pressure from his father and joined the Church of England instead, where he had a mediocre career compared to his father's.