‘We shall find the hero of Spanish thought, perhaps, not in any philosopher who lived in flesh and bone, but in an entity of fiction and of action, more real than all the philosophers—in Don Quixote.’
This book is a collection of Unamuno's shorter articles and some extracts from his longer writings that together form the core themes of his whole literary work. Unamuno's writings cover a wide range of topics and he provides many insights into philosophy, culture, and aesthetics. The writings in this collection serve as a great introduction for readers seeking to understand one of Spain's most influential thinkers.
Miguel de Unamuno was a Spanish philosopher, writer, and scholar of Classics. His writings were influential in early 20th century Spain.