
The book opens a wide‑ranging inquiry into what it calls a “new spirit” that seems to be reshaping modern thought and creativity. It argues that true individuality, expressed at its most intense, can guide whole generations toward fresh values. By tracing the subtle shift from conventional symbols to personal revelation, the author sets the stage for a journey through the cultural currents of the twentieth century.
Drawing on the works of painters, sculptors and writers—from the luminous frescoes of Puvis de Chavannes to the daring forms of Rodin—the narrative shows how art has become a bridge between the tangible world and the realm of dreams. Vivid passages describe how colour, line and gesture now echo inner emotions, creating a synthesis that feels both ancient and startlingly new. Listeners will be invited to contemplate how these emerging aesthetics hint at deeper forces shaping our future.
Full title
The New Spirit Third Edition Third Edition
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (377K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2017-11-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1859–1939
A bold early writer on human sexuality, his work pushed difficult subjects into public discussion at a time when Victorian culture preferred silence. Trained as a physician but known mainly for his essays and studies, he became one of the most influential and controversial sexologists of his era.
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