Philosophy as a Way of Life: History, Dimensions, Directions

by Matthew Sharpe and Michael Ure

Book Overview

The idea of philosophy as a 'way of life' is not a new one. From the first recorded philosophy by Plato, there has been a tradition of thinking about philosophy as pointing us towards the good life, happiness and an ethical existence. But where does this notion that philosophy has anything to offer in terms of guiding us in how to live and live well come from?

In this first ever introduction to philosophy as a way of life in the Western...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1350102148
• ISBN13: 9781350102149
• Release Date: August 2021
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.4" x 8.4"