Among Famous Books

By John Kelman

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Explore the timeless battle between earthly desires and spiritual aspirations as revealed through history's greatest books.

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Culture/Civilization/Society Literature

Released

2006-04-02

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Summary

"Among Famous Books" by John Kelman is a series of early 20th-century lectures that explore famous literary works, drawing out a central conflict between the pursuit of worldly pleasures and the pull towards spiritual values in human life. Kelman introduces the idea that paganism, rooted in material desires, constantly clashes with idealism, which seeks higher, more spiritual goals. He then examines classical pieces of literature, works from the 1500s, and more modern stories to show this constant tension, looking closely at Greek myths to see how gods and their stories affect human thoughts. By setting up a foundation of philosophical tensions, Kelman prepares readers to see deeper connections between these famous narratives and the universal struggles within humanity itself.