Sidney Brooks fragment of writings on the love of the mysterious
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| Creator | Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 |
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| Title | Sidney Brooks fragment of writings on the love of the mysterious |
| Dates | 1834-1841 |
| Abstract | A fragment of a document by Sidney Brooks regarding the love of the mysterious. Brooks argues that this love inspires a belief in the supernatural that is implanted in the human mind and interwoven with its very nature. He states that all nations, especially those in a "barbarous state," have a fondness for the wonderful and romantic and that the early literature of every people consists of accounts of supreme beings and the supernatural. This fragment is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. |
| Notes | This item is undated. The date range provided is that of Brooks' attendance at Phillips Academy and then Amherst College. |
| Physical Description | 1 item (2 pages) ; 19 x 23 cm |
| Languages | English |
| Genre | Notes |
| Genre | Fragments |
| Subject | Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 – Knowledge and learning |
| Subject | Philosophy |
| Subject | College students' writings, American – Massachusetts – Amherst |
| Part of | Sidney Brooks (AC 1841) Papers |
| Finding Aid | View the finding aid for this item's collection |
| Repository | Amherst College Archives & Special Collections |
| Shelf Location | Box 1 Folder 34 |
| Rights | No Copyright - United States |