Giovanni Papini Libri







Gog
- 318pagine
- 12 ore di lettura
The narrative follows Goggins, a wealthy American on a relentless quest for knowledge and novelty, whose journey leads him to encounter a diverse array of influential figures, including Freud, Edison, and Lenin. Years later, confined to an asylum, he shares his travel notes with a visitor, revealing his interactions with both renowned geniuses and eccentric idealists. Through anarchic humor, the author highlights the peculiarities of humanity and the complexities of modern life, making this work an intriguing exploration of intellectual curiosity and societal oddities.
Four and Twenty Minds
- 334pagine
- 12 ore di lettura
Laborers in the Vineyard
- 278pagine
- 10 ore di lettura
Dante Vivo
- 368pagine
- 13 ore di lettura
The book focuses on the revival of classic literature from the early 1900s and earlier, highlighting the scarcity and rising costs of these works. It aims to make these timeless texts accessible by republishing them in high-quality, affordable editions that preserve the original content and artwork. This initiative seeks to celebrate and share valuable literary heritage with a contemporary audience.
Life of Christ
- 424pagine
- 15 ore di lettura
Valued for its significance in literature, this book serves as an essential resource for future generations. It is presented in its original print format, preserving any marks or annotations to maintain its authentic character. This approach ensures that the work remains a vital part of the literary canon, allowing readers to engage with the text as it was first published.
Giovanni Papini beschäftigt sich in seinen hier versammelten Erzählungen mit drei Fragen: Wer bin ich? Was macht das Leben aus? Wie verleihe ich dem Leben Sinn? Anhand von einfachen und klugen Gedankenexperimenten führt er den Menschen in seiner Leichtgläubigkeit vor und stellt scheinbare Wahrheiten auf den Kopf. Da trifft der Ich-Erzähler auf sein Ich vor 7 Jahren, das ihm nach genauerer Betrachtung lächerlich und überheblich erscheint. Da sucht ein Autor nach einer spannenden Lebensgeschichte und findet das langweiligste und vorhersehbarste Leben überhaupt. Oder der Ich-Erzähler belehrt den Optimisten, dass die Menschen nicht im Jetzt, sondern allein für die Zukunft und demnach überhaupt nie wirklich leben…
Legendy umučenia
- 96pagine
- 4 ore di lettura
Legendy o ľudoch z Ježišovho života: 1. Judášovo pokušenie 2. Syn otca 3. Malchusovo ucho 4. Šimon Cyrenejský 5. Kaifášova pomsta 6. Pilátovo šialenstvo 7. Legenda o veľkom rabínovi 8. Druhá modlitba ku Kristovi

