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The consolations of philosophy by Alain De Botton · Booklabria

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The consolations of philosophy

Conduct of lifePhilosophy, introductions

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First published: 2000
Language: English
Editions: 5

Synopsis

A good introduction to philosophy and the great philosophers for young people, with a short biographical note, and an analysis of how they approached the major issues of life. Chapter headings include Unpopularity, Not Having Enough Money, Frustration, Inadequacy, Broken Heart and Difficulties.The book is well annotated and lavishly illustrated. Partly a review of philosophy from Socrates to Nietzsche, and partly a self-help book.

Subjects: Conduct of life
Philosophy, introductions
Consolation
Philosophy, collected works
Philosophical counseling
Characters: Socrates
Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche
Arthur Schopenhauer
Michel de Montaigne

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