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Karl König's Path into Anthroposophy

Reflections from his Diaries

Karl König author Peter Selg author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Floris Books

Published:26th Jun '08

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This book offers an in-depth look at Karl König's spiritual journey through his diaries, revealing insights into special needs education.

The book Karl König's Path into Anthroposophy delves into the spiritual journey of Karl König, tracing his development from childhood to the end of his life. Through the intimate lens of his diaries, readers gain insight into his struggles with health and his fiery temperament, which he documented with unflinching honesty. These entries not only reveal his personal challenges but also illuminate the profound insights he gained about children with special needs, insights that would shape his life's work.

König's innate spirituality and personal wrestlings formed the bedrock of his contributions to the Camphill Schools and Villages, where his understanding of anthroposophy played a pivotal role. The book presents a collection of his diary entries, allowing readers to witness the evolution of his thoughts and beliefs over time. As König navigated his inner path, he developed a unique perspective that would influence many in the fields of education and social care.

Additionally, Karl König's Path into Anthroposophy includes facsimile reproductions of some of König's original diary pages, providing an authentic glimpse into his life. The Karl König Archive, dedicated to preserving and publishing his extensive works, aims to share his valuable insights on topics ranging from anthroposophy and Christology to social issues and curative education. This book is a testament to König's legacy and the enduring relevance of his ideas.

'The book is a little gem, of potential interest to anyone with an anthroposophical background but especially to those working within a Camphill setting...there are so many quotable entries that it is hard to decide which to bring forward for illustration...This little volume is rich in substance and will give readers lasting nourishment. It will also leave them eagerly looking forward to the further publications from Konig's diaries and papers which are currently being prepared.'
-- Crispian Villeneuve, Camphill Correspondence

ISBN: 9780863156298

Dimensions: 216mm x 138mm x 7mm

Weight: 159g

104 pages