Pascal's Pensees and The Provincial Letters - Modern Library 1941 ed.

Step into the world of one of history's most profound thinkers with Pascal's 'Pensées' and 'The Provincial Letters,' presented in this elegant Modern Library edition. Blending philosophy, theology, and literary brilliance, Pascal's works offer timeless insights into the human condition. 'Pensées' delves into the depths of faith and reason, grappling with life's fundamental questions in a series of profound reflections and aphorisms. Meanwhile, 'The Provincial Letters' shine a light on the power struggles between Jesuits and Jansenists in 17th-century France, showcasing Pascal's wit and intellect through a series of impassioned missives. With an insightful introduction and meticulous translations, this edition invites readers to ponder the enduring relevance of Pascal's thought and the enduring relevance of Pascal's thought in the modern world. Pensées and The Provincial Letters - Blaise Pascal Published 1941, Modern Library/Random House Inc., New York Hardcover. Approx. 5x7in. 620pp. Dustjacket has some tears and a chunk missing on the front (see photo), spine. Book itself is in great shape. Name of a previous owner written on an interior title page.