The Intellectual Life: Its Spirit, Conditions, Methods
by A.D. Sertillanges
The book features a unique look at the Intellectual Life, plenty of charm and insight, hard to find title, will look great in your collection.
The Intellectual Life: Its Spirit, Conditions, Methods by A.G. Sertillanges is a classic guide for anyone seeking to cultivate a life of deep learning, viewing it as a spiritual vocation, not just a hobby. Originally published in French in 1920, the book offers practical advice on time management, note-taking, and integrating knowledge, while emphasizing that the intellectual life requires discipline, solitude, and a focus on truth, often within a Christian framework. It serves as a manual for structuring one's daily routine to support sustained intellectual growth and a deeper engagement with ideas.
Copyright 1956
Pages: 182 pages
Publisher: The Newman Press
The book measures approx. 8 ½ by 5 ½ inches. The cover is good with slight wear and rubbing. The spine end is good with light wear. The boards and corners are in good shape. The hinges and binding are tight and strong. The pages are good, a name in pen on back of front page, some light marks and underlining in pencil, book is very nice. Shipping weight is 4 pounds
Inventory: 0626IC231