A Brief History of Thought
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A Brief History of Thought by Luc Ferry
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"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.
Luc Ferry is a former French Minister of Youth, National Education, and Research who has taught at the Sorbonne and the University of Caen. He being the author or coauthor of eight prior publications from the University of Chicago Press, the most recent of which is The New Ecological Order.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780062074249 |
| ISBN 10 | 0062074245 |
| Title | A Brief History of Thought |
| Author | Luc Ferry |
| Series | Learning To Live |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers Inc |
| Year published | 2011-12-27 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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