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Author Dag Hammarskjöld
Publisher Ballantine Books
Format mass market paperback
Condition very good with age tanning
Summary
A timeless and deeply personal spiritual memoir, Markings offers a rare glimpse into the inner life of Dag Hammarskjöld, the former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize recipient. Compiled from his private journals and reflections, this collection is more than a diary—it’s a soul-searching exploration of purpose, solitude, leadership, and faith in the face of immense global responsibility. Translated with poetic precision by Leif Sjöberg and W.H. Auden (who also contributes a moving foreword), Markings resonates with spiritual seekers, philosophers, and those navigating the complexities of public and private life. Hammarskjöld’s insights are rooted in Christian mysticism, yet their universality continues to inspire readers of all beliefs. Often compared to The Imitation of Christ and Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, this enduring work of introspection stands as a legacy of moral courage and spiritual resilience.
