Pathomachia - Henry More - Bog

Pathomachia: Or The Battell Of Affections: Shadowed By A Feigned Siege Of The City Pathopolis is a book written by Henry More, first published in 1887. The book is a philosophical and theological treatise on the human psyche, exploring the inner battles between reason and passion, virtue and vice, and the struggle for self-mastery. The title, Pathomachia, is a Greek term that means ""battle of the passions."" The book is structured as a narrative poem, with a fictional siege of the city Pathopolis serving as a metaphor for the internal conflict of the human soul. The main character, Psyche, represents the human soul, and she is besieged by the passions of Love, Hatred, Fear, and Hope, who are personified as warriors. The book is a reflection on the nature of human emotions and the importance of self-control and discipline in achieving spiritual and moral growth. It is a classic work of Christian spirituality and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and theology.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.