Pointing the Way: Collected Essays [Paperback]

Martin Buber (Author), Maurice Friedman (Editor)

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Publication Date: November 1999

These essays, written between 1909 and 1954 and first published as a collection in 1957, in which the eminent philosopher relates the 'I-Thou' dialogue to such varied fields as religion, social thought, philosophy, myth, drama, literature and art, reveal Buber in the process of responding to the crises and challenges of the 20th century and enable the reader to follow his lifelong struggles toward 'authentic existence.'

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Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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• Paperback: 239 pages
• Publisher: Humanity Books (November 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1573924768
• ISBN-13: 978-1573924764
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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This review is from: Pointing the Way: Collected Essays (Hardcover)

This volume is among Buber's best books, and Buber was a true sage. I consider it one of the classics of 20th century spiritual literature, yet one of the least known. While not an easy read, it will pay the careful reader very considerable rewards. Most of the chapters were originally talks given by Buber. In my opinion, one of the most inspiring collections of essays ever written.