Book
Happiness in action : a philosopher's guide to the good life / Adam Adatto Sandel.
"Adam Sandel revives one of the oldest philosophical questions: What constitutes a good life? Drawing on the wisdom of thinkers ancient and modern, as well as his own experience as a teacher and record-setting athlete, he argues that fulfillment lies not in achieving goals but in doing activities-with intention, enthusiasm, and self-reflection"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780674268647
- ISBN: 0674268644
- Physical Description: 292 pages ; 22 cm
- Publisher: Cambridge, Massachusetts : Harvard University Press, 2022.
- Copyright: ©2022
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | One: Self-Possession Part I: Navigating Modern Life with the Help of Aristotle -- Two: Self-Possession Part II: The Life and Death of Socrates -- Three: Friendship -- Four: Engagement with Nature -- Five: Contending with Time -- Six: What It Means to Be Free |
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| Subject: | Well-being > Philosophy. Self-realization > Philosophy. Self-actualization (Psychology) |
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- 1 of 1 copy available at SPARK Libraries.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easton Main Library | 301 S214h (Text) | 31901004644748 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
Summary:
"Adam Sandel revives one of the oldest philosophical questions: What constitutes a good life? Drawing on the wisdom of thinkers ancient and modern, as well as his own experience as a teacher and record-setting athlete, he argues that fulfillment lies not in achieving goals but in doing activities-with intention, enthusiasm, and self-reflection"--
