Philosophy For Life Av Jules Evans

<p><b>AS HEARD ON RADIO 4''S DESERT ISLAND DISCS</b><br><br><b>‘Thought-provoking’ </b><i>Financial Times</i><br><br><b>‘Wonderful … shows how modern psychology is consistent with the best that was thought and known in the Ancient World … beautifully written’</b> Lord Richard Layard, author of <i>Happiness: Lessons From A New Science</i><br><br>Jules Evans reveals how ancient philosophy saved his life and can make us all happier, wiser and more resilient. This book is an invitation to a dream school with a faculty that includes 12 of the greatest philosophers from the ancient world, sharing practical techniques we can use to better our lives.<br><br>Featuring extraordinary stories from real people who are using these techniques – from marines to magicians, astronauts to anarchists and CBT psychologists to soldiers – Jules Evans demonstrates the timeless relevance of these teachings in everyday life.<br><br><i>Philosophy on Life</i> reveals how the wisdom of the past can illuminate the path to a brighter and more fulfilled future for us all.</p>