"A Hermit of Carmel, and Other Poems" by George Santayana is a compilation of poems from the early 1900s that grapples with being alone, religion, and what it means to be human. The main poem, "A Hermit of Carmel," tells a story set in peaceful nature, focusing on a hermit who wants to be left alone and a knight on an adventure. They have deep talks about fighting temptation, figuring out who they are, and the meaning of love and belief. The poem starts in a canyon on Mount Carmel, where the hermit is dealing with his own problems while living away from everyone else. Then, a knight shows up, looking for forgiveness and trying to make up for his past mistakes. Their conversations consider feelings of guilt, being good, and how people have both good and bad desires, creating a thoughtful vibe that makes readers think about their own spiritual paths. This beginning sets the stage for Santayana to explore love that goes beyond the physical and the soul's search for purpose in a confusing world.
A Hermit of Carmel, and Other Poems
By George Santayana
In a world of spiritual quests and inner battles, a solitary hermit and a repentant knight cross paths, igniting profound conversations about love, faith, and the essence of humanity.
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About the AuthorGeorge Santayana was a Spanish-American philosopher, essayist, poet, and novelist. Born in Spain, Santayana was raised and educated in the United States from the age of eight and identified as an American, yet always retained a valid Spanish passport. At the age of 48, he left his academic position at Harvard University and permanently returned to Europe; his last will was to be buried in the Spanish Pantheon in the Campo di Verano, Rome.
George Santayana was a Spanish-American philosopher, essayist, poet, and novelist. Born in Spain, Santayana was raised and educated in the United States from the age of eight and identified as an American, yet always retained a valid Spanish passport. At the age of 48, he left his academic position at Harvard University and permanently returned to Europe; his last will was to be buried in the Spanish Pantheon in the Campo di Verano, Rome.
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