Publisher's Synopsis
Death by Maeterlinck is a philosophical and poetic exploration of death written by Maurice Maeterlinck, a Belgian playwright and essayist. In this book, Maeterlinck delves into the nature of death, its inevitability, and the ways in which it shapes our lives. He examines death from various perspectives, including the philosophical, spiritual, and scientific, and draws upon literature, mythology, and personal experience to explore the many facets of this universal human experience. Maeterlinck also reflects on the role of death in the natural world, and its relationship to life and rebirth. Through his lyrical prose and profound insights, Maeterlinck offers a contemplative and thought-provoking meditation on the ultimate mystery of human existence. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the philosophy of death, the human condition, and the mysteries of life.1911. Maeterlinck, the Belgian poet, dramatist, essayist and winner of the 1911 Nobel Prize in Literature, whose literary career began with the publication of two volumes of poetry. Lack of action, fatalism, mysticism, and the constant presence of death characterize the works of Maeterlinck. The shadow of death looms even larger in his later plays. The book begins: It has been well said: Death and death alone is what we must consult about life; and not some vague future or survival, in which we shall not be present. It is our own end; and everything happens in the interval between death and now. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.