"The National Being: Some Thoughts on an Irish Polity" by George William Russell is a reflective exploration of Irish nationhood at the dawn of the 20th century, envisioning the emerging Irish State as a young entity navigating a complex global landscape. Russell contemplates the essence of Irish character and its potential contributions to civilization, arguing that true national strength lies in nurturing both the material and spiritual dimensions of society. He emphasizes the critical need for self-reflection and the cultivation of national ideals, urging the Irish people to shape their destiny with a keen awareness of their history and a commitment to a shared future. The author paints a vivid picture of Ireland finding its place in the world, advocating for the conscious development of its unique identity to overcome internal divisions, thus paving the way for a united and flourishing nation.
The National Being: Some Thoughts on an Irish Polity
By George William Russell
Amidst global turmoil, a fledgling nation seeks to define its identity, urging its people to cultivate both the physical and spiritual to build a lasting civilization.
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About the AuthorGeorge William Russell, who wrote with the pseudonym Æ, was an Irish writer, editor, critic, poet, painter and Irish nationalist. He was also a writer on mysticism, and a central figure in the group of devotees of theosophy which met in Dublin for many years.
George William Russell, who wrote with the pseudonym Æ, was an Irish writer, editor, critic, poet, painter and Irish nationalist. He was also a writer on mysticism, and a central figure in the group of devotees of theosophy which met in Dublin for many years.
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