Tragic Sense of Life - UNAMUNO

Miguel de Unamuno was a Spanish writer, philosopher, and academic, widely regarded as one of the most prominent intellectual figures of the Generation of '98, a group of Spanish writers and thinkers who sought to address the cultural and political crises of Spain at the turn of the 20th century. Known for his exploration of existential themes, Unamuno's work delves into questions of faith, identity, and the human condition, bridging literature and philosophy in a unique and thought-provoking manner.

Unamuno's career was marked by his dual roles as a writer and educator. He served as a professor of Greek and later as the rector of the University of Salamanca, a position he held with interruptions due to his outspoken criticism of political regimes. His works, spanning novels, essays, poetry, and plays, often challenge traditional beliefs and encourage introspection.

Unamuno's writings reflect his deep engagement with the existential dilemmas of his time, including the search for meaning in a world increasingly dominated by rationalism and secularism. His philosophical outlook, articulated in works like The Tragic Sense of Life (1913), emphasizes the tension between reason and faith, asserting that true vitality arises from the struggle to reconcile the two.