Compagnon, Antoine
Summer With Montaigne
- ISBN 13:
- 9781787701625
- author:
- Compagnon, Antoine
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Europa Editions (UK) Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 18 x 12 centimetres (0.13 kg)
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, History & Surveys,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Summer with Montaigne by Antoine Compagnon invites readers to explore the key contributions of Michel de Montaigne to our understanding of what is good and worthwhile in life. This book offers both an introduction to Montaigne's work for those unfamiliar with his ideas, and a refresher for those already acquainted with his unique brilliance.
Montaigne's Essays continue to address themes relevant today, including the problems posed by religion, war, power, and friendship, as well as the absurdity of our fixations and peccadillos. Compagnon approaches Montaigne with a sense of humor, admiration, and joy, never pontificating or being austere.
Through his essays, readers will accompany Compagnon on a journey through Montaigne's thoughts on life, philosophy, and human experience. This book is an engaging and accessible exploration of one of the most influential thinkers in Western history.
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