Cover; Title; Copyright; CONTENTS; CORRESPONDENCE REGISTER; CHRONOLOGY; FOREWORD; TRANSLATOR'S PREFACE; Documents Relating to the Life of Søren Kierkegaard; Letters; Dedications; EDITORIAL APPENDIX; Acknowledgments; Key to References; Notes; APPENDICES; I. Kierkegaard Family; II. Maps; BIBLIOGRAPHICAL NOTE; INDEX
Summary
This volume provides the first English translation of all the known correspondence to and from Søren Kierkegaard, including a number of his letters in draft form and papers pertaining to his life and death. These fascinating documents offer new access to the character and lifework of the gifted philosopher, theologian, and psychologist. Kierkegaard speaks often and openly about his desire to correspond, and the resulting desire to write for a greater audience. He consciously recognizes letter-writing as an opportunity to practice composition. Unlike most correspondence, Kierkegaard
