The scientific and spiritual path of anthroposophy is at the core of this work, a philosophy and method that Steiner developed throughout his life. This informative biography clearly illumines the numerous struggles and achievements in his life -childhood; the young, respected Goethean scholar and philosopher in Weimar; his work in the Theosophical Society; the establishment of the Anthroposophical Society and development of anthroposophy as a spiritual science; the creation of spiritually based movements in art, the social sciences, education, medicine, agriculture, religion, and architecture.
Hemleben's biography of Steiner includes a chronology, personal tributes, an extensive section for further reading, an index, and 69 photographs and illustrations.
