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The Hero in Man

By George William Russell

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover the hidden potential for greatness that lies within every person, waiting to be awakened and transform the world.

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2011-08-31
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Summary

"The Hero in Man" by George William Russell, writing under the name A.E., is a book that looks at the spiritual and moral parts of people, pointing out the good qualities and godlike nature everyone has inside. It talks about how what happens to us and our inner selves connect, stressing how important it is to find and grow the hero within us. Written as a series of thoughtful essays, A.E. mixes mystical ideas with personal thoughts. He uses stories of characters from mythology and religion, like Christ and Prometheus, to show the challenges all people face and the chance for change and understanding. The book underlines the strength of love, kindness, and personal improvement as key parts of being human. Using strong images and careful examination, the author encourages people to get back in touch with their spiritual core and develop their inner hero, which can change both themselves and the world around them.

About the Author

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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