Pure Dimension

This book is a biography of Swami Vivekananda, a modern Indian thinker, written by Romain Rolland. It is one of the "e;Trio of Sages"e; biographies written by Rolland, in addition to his "e;Lives of the Giants"e; series. Vivekananda, along with his guru Ramakrishna, is considered the father of modern Indian thought. He was also the first person to widely disseminate Indian thought in the West.The first part of this book narrates Vivekananda's life after the death of his guru Ramakrishna, including his meditation at the Ramakrishna Mission, his travels, and his final years. The second part delves into Vivekananda's ideas and thoughts. The third part discusses the impact of Vivekananda's ideas. The appendices cover topics such as the scientific value of introspection and meditation, as well as the relationship between Western and Indian thought.Rolland's biography focuses on Vivekananda's spiritual development and his contributions to humanity through his ideas. It not only provides readers with a comprehensive and profound understanding of Vivekananda's thoughts but also inspires spiritual strength and enlightenment due to the collision of ideas between the biographer and the subject. The biography exudes poetic literary charm, enriching readers' spiritual journey.