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An original and profound exploration of contemplation from philosopher, theologian, and poet Kevin Hart.
In Lands of Likeness, Kevin Hart develops a new hermeneutics of contemplation through a meditation on Christian thought and secular philosophy. Drawing on Kant, Schopenhauer, Coleridge, and Husserl, Hart first charts the emergence of contemplation in and beyond the Romantic era. Next, Hart shows this hermeneutic at work in poetry by Gerard Manley Hopkins, Marianne Moore, Wallace Stevens, and others. Delivered in its original form as the prestigious Gifford Lectures, Lands of Likeness is a revelatory meditation on contemplation for the modern world.
Editions of Lands of Likeness
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780226827568
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780226827582
- EBook
- ISBN 9780226827575
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An original and profound exploration of contemplation from philosopher, theologian, and poet Kevin Hart.
In Lands of Likeness, Kevin Hart develops a new hermeneutics of contemplation through a meditation on Christian thought and secular philosophy. Drawing on Kant, Schopenhauer, Coleridge, and Husserl, Hart first charts the emergence of contemplation in and beyond the Romantic era. Next, Hart shows this hermeneutic at work in poetry by Gerard Manley Hopkins, Marianne Moore, Wallace Stevens, and others. Delivered in its original form as the prestigious Gifford Lectures, Lands of Likeness is a revelatory meditation on contemplation for the modern world.
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What is Lands of Likeness about?
An original and profound exploration of contemplation from philosopher, theologian, and poet Kevin Hart.
In Lands of Likeness, Kevin Hart develops a new hermeneutics of contemplation through a meditation on Christian thought and secular philosophy. Drawing on Kant, Schopenhauer, Coleridge, and Husserl, Hart first charts the emergence of contemplation in and beyond the Romantic era. Next, Hart shows this hermeneutic at work in poetry by Gerard Manley Hopkins, Marianne Moore, Wallace Stevens, and others. Delivered in its original form as the prestigious Gifford Lectures, Lands of Likeness is a revelatory meditation on contemplation for the modern world.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Lands of Likeness?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs
Where can I read a sample of Lands of Likeness?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780226827568
How long is Lands of Likeness and how many pages does it have?
Lands of Likeness has 432 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Lands of Likeness?
Kevin Hart
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Lands of Likeness is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780226827568) and paperback(ISBN 9780226827582) and ebook(ISBN 9780226827575)