The Stoic Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living by Massimo Pigliucc

Description: The Stoic Guide to a Happy Life by Massimo Pigliucci a Stoicism 2.0 for twenty-first century happiness Skye Cleary A bold, contemporary updating of Stoicism for the present day John Sellars, author of Lessons in StoicismLearn how to survive lifes hardships and enjoy its pleasures with the modern stoic mindset. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Lessons on living a good life from the leading philosopher of modern stoicism.Bursting with practical wisdom and engaging stories ... a Stoicism 2.0 for twenty-first century happiness Skye ClearyA bold, contemporary updating of Stoicism for the present day John Sellars, author of Lessons in StoicismLearn how to survive lifes hardships and enjoy its pleasures with the modern stoic mindset.In this enlightening book, philosopher Massimo Pigliucci offers a thoughtful and modern reinterpretation of Epictetuss 53 lessons for living a good life. Drawing on the ancient wisdom of the Stoics, this is a comforting guide that will help you reclaim the power of your emotional response and let go of the things you cant control. Author Biography Massimo Pigliucci is the K.D Irani Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. He has a doctorate in genetics from the University of Ferrar (Italy), a PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut, and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee. His research interests include the relationship between science and philosophy and the nature of pseudoscience. Review A user-friendly manual for applying Stoicism to daily life in the twenty-first century. Stoicism 2.0 tweaks the philosophy in order to adapt it to the moral intuitions shared by most modern readers. It therefore provides a good place to start your journey when exploring Stoic practices -- Donald Robertson, author of How to Think Like a Roman EmperorA wonderfully fun introduction to Stoic philosophy, bursting with practical wisdom and engaging stories. I particularly admire how Pigliucci revisits and reinterprets Epictetuss Enchiridion while showing why we need a Stoicism 2.0 for twenty-first century happiness, and clearly illustrating how his version differs from the original. Its an excellent book, written in Pigliuccis splendidly lucid and accessible style -- Skye C. Cleary, author of Existentialism and Romantic LoveThis short book is a field guide, written with busy non-specialists in mind. By dipping into its pages, readers can simultaneously develop an understanding of Stoicism and gain important insights into how best to live -- William B. Irvine, author of A Guide to the Good LifeThis is a bold, contemporary updating of Stoicism for the present day. Taking the ancient Stoic Epictetus as his inspiration, Pigliucci has rewritten Epictetuss Handbook in order to update it, make it more relevant to a modern audience, but also to ensure that the core Stoic ideas shine through. The result is what Pigliucci calls Stoicism 2.0. This is a manual for living for those who approach the ancient Stoics as guides, not masters -- John Sellars, author of Lessons in StoicismAn engaging introduction to the Stoic life through an updated version of Epictetuss Handbook. An unusual and helpful feature is an appendix in which Pigliucci highlights his modifications of the original Stoic text to take account of modern thinking -- Christopher Gill, author of Greek Thought Promotional Lessons on living a good life from the leading philosopher of modern stoicism. Review Text A user-friendly manual for applying Stoicism to daily life in the twenty-first century. Stoicism 2.0 tweaks the philosophy in order to adapt it to the moral intuitions shared by most modern readers. It therefore provides a good place to start your journey when exploring Stoic practices Review Quote A user-friendly manual for applying Stoicism to daily life in the twenty-first century. Stoicism 2.0 tweaks the philosophy in order to adapt it to the moral intuitions shared by most modern readers. It therefore provides a good place to start your journey when exploring Stoic practices Promotional "Headline" Lessons on living a good life from the leading philosopher of modern stoicism. Details ISBN184604667X Author Massimo Pigliucci Short Title The Stoic Guide to a Happy Life Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 184604667X ISBN-13 9781846046674 Format Hardcover Subtitle 53 Brief Lessons for Living Pages 160 Publisher Ebury Publishing Publication Date 2020-09-17 UK Release Date 2020-09-17 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2020-09-17 NZ Release Date 2020-09-17 Imprint Rider & Co DEWEY 171.2 Alternative 9781473584181 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:130695455;

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