George Santayana
George Santayana was a philosopher, essayist, poet, and novelist. Born on December 16, 1863, in Madrid, Spain, he spent much of his life in the United States. He is known for his contributions to pragmatism and his philosophical analysis of the nature of beauty and art. His most famous aphorism, 'Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it,' is from his work 'The Life of Reason.' Santayana's writings have been influential in both philosophy and literature. He passed away on September 26, 1952.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. Scepticism and Animal Faith
"Scepticism and Animal Faith" is a philosophical work that presents the idea that knowledge is not found through evidence or reason, but through animal faith, a term referring to instinctive beliefs. The book delves into the nature of perception and consciousness, and argues that all human knowledge is grounded in unproven preconceptions. The author suggests that to understand the world, humans must first acknowledge their own preconceived notions and biases, and then attempt to understand the world through a lens of skepticism.
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2. Persons and Places
"Persons and Places" is an autobiographical work that explores the author's early life, education, and experiences. The writer, a philosopher, poet, and critic, delves into his upbringing in Spain and his time in Boston, shedding light on his philosophical views and how his experiences shaped them. The book provides a deep and insightful look into his personal life and the influences that molded his intellectual journey.
