Gjentagelsen
About this book
Repetition: A Venture in Experimental Psychology () is an 1843 book of philosophical fiction by Søren Kierkegaard that is semi-autobiographical. The book was written under the pseudonym Constantin Constantius to reflect its theme of repetition, especially of the thesis that repetition is the basis of most forms of happiness. The books narrator explores the question of whether true repetition can exist and includes his experiments with this idea and his interactions with an unnamed melancholic character referred to only as the "Young Man".
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 1026 readers · 174 pages · ≈ 3 h 13 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Gjentagelsen?
About ≈ 3 h 13 m — 174 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Gjentagelsen?
174 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Gjentagelsen?
It sits on the Philosophy, Psychology, History shelves.
Is Gjentagelsen in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Gjentagelsen?
The main characters include Søren Kierkegaard (1813-1855).
Where does Gjentagelsen take place?
It takes place in 19th century.
Who wrote Gjentagelsen?
Søren Kierkegaard.
Where can I read Gjentagelsen online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library. Open Library