Austin, Emily A. (Professor of Philosophy, Professor of Philosop
Living for Pleasure: An Epicurean Guide to Life (Guides to the Good Life)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780197558324
- author:
- Austin, Emily A. (Professor of Philosophy, Professor of Philosop
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 18.4 x 13.6 x 3.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Epistemology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Living for Pleasure: An Epicurean Guide to Life by Emily A. Austin offers a thought-provoking exploration of happiness and well-being, drawing on the principles of ancient Greek philosophy.
Austin presents an accessible and engaging tour of Epicurean strategies for managing anxiety, achieving satisfaction, and cultivating joy in everyday life. By examining the ethics and psychology of Epicureanism, she reveals how this school of thought can help individuals build strong relationships, navigate uncertainty, and develop a more nuanced understanding of themselves.
Through her lively and engaging writing style, Austin sheds new light on the enduring relevance of Epicurean ideas for modern life. This book is an ideal choice for anyone seeking to better understand the nature of happiness and how to achieve it without anxiety.
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