A Brief History of Thought - A Philosophical Guide to Living

NATIONAL BESTSELLER "The most succinct and accessible overview of philosophy I have come across, and perfect for anyone who wants to dip their toe into the waters of philosophy without drowning in intimidating prose." ― Matt Haig, Washington Post From the timeless wisdom of the ancient Greeks to Christianity, the Enlightenment, existentialism, and postmodernism, Luc Ferry''s instant classic brilliantly and accessibly explains the enduring teachings of philosophy--including its profound relevance to modern daily life and its essential role in achieving happiness and living a meaningful life. This lively journey through the great thinkers will enlighten every reader, young and old.

Product details

• Authors: Luc Ferry
• Publisher: Harper Perennial USA
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 27.12.2011
• EAN: 9780062074249
• ISBN: 978-0-06-207424-9
• No. of pages: 304
• Dimensions: 135 mm x 205 mm x 20 mm
• Series: HarperPerennial; Learning to Live; Learning to Live
• Subjects: Guides > Self-help, everyday life > Lifestyle, personal development; Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology; Philosophy, social and political philosophy, Reference works, Biology, life sciences, Religious ethics, Philosophy of religion, Spirituality and religious experience, Philosophical traditions and schools of thought, Religion and science, Humanist philosophy, HISTORY: WORLD, HISTORY: Civilization, SCIENCE: Life Sciences / General, RELIGION: Spirituality, PHILOSOPHY: Essays, RELIGION: Philosophy, RELIGION: Ethics, PHILOSOPHY: History & Surveys / General, PHILOSOPHY: Movements / Humanism, PHILOSOPHY: Reference