transition

Book Details

Title: Transition: A Mental Autobiography
Author: Will Durant
Publisher: A Touchstone Book
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 0671242032
Pages: 352
Published Year: 1955
Dimensions: 20 x 13 cm
Condition: Used – Good
Condition Note: Book is in good condition but pages are yellowish and the cover is dusty.

About the Book

Transition: A Mental Autobiography by Will Durant is a fascinating intellectual memoir in which one of the twentieth century's most respected historians reflects on the evolution of his ideas, beliefs, and understanding of the world. Rather than focusing primarily on external events, Durant presents a deeply personal account of his philosophical and intellectual development.

Best known for the monumental The Story of Civilization, Durant uses this work to trace the influences that shaped his thinking from youth to maturity. He examines the books, teachers, experiences, and historical events that contributed to his lifelong quest for knowledge and wisdom.

A central theme of the autobiography is the search for meaning. Durant explores questions concerning religion, philosophy, ethics, science, politics, and human progress, sharing how his views evolved over time in response to study, reflection, and experience. His candid discussions reveal the intellectual struggles behind many of his conclusions.