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Immensely readable and engaging study of six influential minds addressing modern problems and the consolation offered by philosophy. The scope of the work includes: Socrates responds to unpopularity, Epicurus and sufficiency, Seneca and frustration, Montaigne and inadequacy, Schopenhauer and a broken heart, and Nietzsche and difficulties [trials and tribulations]. Importantly, this is an accessible and engaging application of philosophy to modern problems presented with the insight and understanding of de Botton. Unlike many works of philosophy, The Consolations of Philosophy is not indigestible and will not leave you scratching your head searching for understanding. A thoroughly enjoyable read. The Consolations of Philosophy is not an introduction to philosophy, is not an exhaustive analysis of philosophy, and does not require a degree in philosophy to understand. The Consolations of Philosophy is one of those rare works that provides insight into the workings of a particular school of thought and applies theory to practice in the context of modern experience.Read full review
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