This book is a deeply personal memoir by Nikos Kazantzakis, tracing his spiritual and intellectual odyssey. It delves into his formative experiences, his lifelong quest for meaning, his encounters with influential figures, and the evolution of his philosophical worldview. Often considered his most revealing work, it offers profound insights into the struggles and triumphs that shaped his celebrated literary creations, including 'Zorba the Greek' and 'The Last Temptation of Christ'. Kazantzakis reflects on faith, doubt, and the human condition, providing an unparalleled window into the mind of one of the 20th century's most significant thinkers.