Arthur Barfield was een Britse filosoof wiens werk zich voornamelijk richtte op de evolutie van het bewustzijn. Als toegewijd dichter en auteur liet hij een nalatenschap van essays, boeken en verzen na. Barfield wordt erkend als een sleutelfiguur van de Antroposofie in de Engelssprekende wereld. Zijn unieke perspectief en intellectuele strengheid beïnvloedden tijdgenoten zoals C. S. Lewis en J. R. R. Tolkien diepgaand.
Owen Barfield explores the evolution of consciousness through a profound analysis of mythology and poetics, influenced by figures like Coleridge and Steiner. His philosophy highlights the noetic role of poetry and its transformative impact on cultural history. As a member of the Oxford Inklings, Barfield's debut work, The Silver Trumpet, stands out as the first märchen published by the group, marking a significant contribution to fantasy literature.
Exploring themes of language, imagination, and the human experience, this collection of essays addresses the pervasive sense of fragmentation in contemporary society. Barfield offers insights and solutions that connect individuals to deeper meanings, bridging the gap between the self, society, and the divine. Through thoughtful analysis, the essays encourage readers to reflect on their understanding of existence and the interconnectedness of all things.
Set against the backdrop of English life between the World Wars, this epilogue weaves together elements of fairy tale, societal critique, romance, and apocalyptic vision. It explores the transformative and redemptive powers of love and imagination, offering a profound reflection on the human experience during a tumultuous period. Through its rich narrative, the book invites readers to contemplate the interplay between despair and hope in a changing world.
Focusing on a contemporary spiritual journey, the narrative delves into the transformative power of creative imagination. Through a series of explorations, Barfield addresses significant challenges faced in today's world, emphasizing the importance of imagination in navigating these issues.
Focusing on the evolution of human consciousness, this study explores the disparity between a speaker's intended meaning and the literal definitions of words. It delves into how language shapes our understanding and communication, revealing the complexities of meaning beyond mere vocabulary.
This collection showcases the significant works of a revered thinker, praised by C. S. Lewis as an exceptional mentor. It highlights the author's profound insights and wisdom, offering readers a chance to engage with key themes and ideas that have influenced many. The selection serves as a testament to the author's intellectual legacy, making it an essential read for those seeking to explore philosophical and theological concepts through the lens of a respected figure in literature.
The book features a compilation of essays and lectures that delve into the life and works of C. S. Lewis, exploring his contributions as an author, theologian, and literary scholar. Through Owen Barfield's insights, readers gain a deeper understanding of Lewis's philosophies and literary impact, highlighting the significance of his ideas in the context of literature and theology.
Reprint. Originally published: London: Faber & Faber, 1957.
Set in a lawyer's office in 1950s London, the novel offers a humorous exploration of daily life while delving into deeper themes of identity and the contrast between personal and public selves. Through the lens of legal practice, it examines the complexities of human nature, echoing C.S. Lewis's insights on the disconnect between one's true self and societal roles. This narrative provides both wit and thought-provoking commentary on the human experience.
'What Coleridge Thought' presents Coleridge's ideas in a coherent form, carefully organized to demonstrate precisely what his thoughts were and how his writings develop them. Coleridge's objective was to stimulate his readers into thinking for themselves - "to excite the germinal power that craves no knowledge but what it can take up into itself" (S. T. Coleridge). Barfield guides the reader towards this. Here will be found the heart of Coleridge's thinking.