The Art of Creation Or Essays on the Self and Its Powers - Edward Carpenter - Bog

""The Art of Creation"" is a collection of essays written by Edward Carpenter that explores the concept of self and its powers. Carpenter, a British philosopher and writer, delves into various topics such as the creative process, the nature of consciousness, and the relationship between the individual and society. He argues that the self is not a fixed entity but rather a constantly evolving force that has the power to shape the world around us. Through his insightful and thought-provoking essays, Carpenter encourages readers to tap into their own creative potential and to embrace the transformative power of the self. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, psychology, and self-improvement.1904. Chapter II from which the book takes its name, was originally given as an address. The remainder of the body of the book appears now for the first time, with the exception of Chapters VIII and IX on The Gods. In the Appendix, Carpenter includes three articles of a considerably earlier date, as in their way they contribute some light to the main questions of this book.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.