The Last Puritan by George Santayana
A Memoir in the Form of a Novel
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America and Europe, this philosophical novel explores the life of Oliver Alden, a young man torn between his puritanical upbringing and the allure of a more liberated existence. Through a series of introspective reflections and encounters with a diverse cast of characters, Oliver grapples with questions of morality, identity, and the pursuit of happiness. His journey is marked by a deep internal struggle as he seeks to reconcile his inherited values with the changing world around him, ultimately leading to a poignant exploration of the human condition.
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- Published
- 1935
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 568
- Original Language
- English
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