In How to Live, Sarah Bakewell masterfully intertwines biography, philosophy, and personal reflection to explore the enduring question of what it means to live a good life. Through engaging narratives centered on the existential insights of Montaigne, Epicurus, and other thinkers, Bakewell presents practical wisdom on embracing uncertainty, valuing friendship, and savoring small pleasures. Her writing is both erudite and accessible, inviting readers to reconsider their approach to happiness, self-knowledge, and the art of living thoughtfully amidst life’s complexities. This book stands as a sophisticated, inspiring guide for those seeking to enrich their everyday experience with philosophical depth and poise.
In How to Live, Sarah Bakewell masterfully intertwines biography, philosophy, and personal reflection to explore the enduring question of what it means to live a good life. Through engaging narratives centered on the existential insights of Montaigne, Epicurus, and other thinkers, Bakewell presents practical wisdom on embracing uncertainty, valuing friendship, and savoring small pleasures. Her writing is both erudite and accessible, inviting readers to reconsider their approach to happiness, self-knowledge, and the art of living thoughtfully amidst life’s complexities. This book stands as a sophisticated, inspiring guide for those seeking to enrich their everyday experience with philosophical depth and poise.
Vintage Books, 2011. Copy is in very good condition, some slight shelf wear otherwise a clean copy internally/externally
