num_pages: 176
description: Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965), theologian, doctor, Nobel Peace Prize winner--was a remarkable figure of the twentieth century. An ordained pastor and theologian, he was also a renowned musician. He gave up this success to become a missionary doctor and founded a hospital in Africa. He is famous for his compassionate service and his "Reverence for Life."Schweitzer's exemplary conduct, his philosophy on reverence for life and his campaign against nuclear weapons . . . remain sources of great inspiration today. H.H. the XIV Dalai Lama
language: English
title: Albert Schweitzer: Essential Writings
titlecomplete: Albert Schweitzer: Essential Writings
genres: Philosophy, Religion, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 28
series: Modern Spiritual Masters
publisher: Orbis Books