ISBN: 9781608686933
Editorial: New
Autor: Whiting, Kai
Año de edición: 2021
N° Paginas: 176
Tipo de pasta: Pasta blanda
Descripción: Practical answers to the urgent moral questions of our time from the ancient philosophy of Stoicism Twenty-three centuries ago, in a marketplace in Athens, Zeno of Citium, the founder of Stoicism, built his philosophy on powerful ideas that still resonate today: all human beings can become citizens of the world, regardless of their nationality, gender, or social class; happiness comes from living in harmony with nature; and, most important, humans always have the freedom to choose their attitude, even when they cannot control external circumstances. In our age of political polarization and environmental destruction, Stoicism’s empowering message has taken on new relevance. In Being Better, Kai Whiting and Leonidas Konstantakos apply Stoic principles to contemporary issues such as social justice, climate breakdown, and the excesses of global capitalism. They show that Stoicism is not an ivory-tower philosophy or a collection of Silicon Valley life hacks but a vital way of life that helps us live simply, improve our communities, and find peace in a turbulent world. Críticas “Being Better shows why Stoicism is the go-to philosophy for our time. Kai Whiting and Leo Konstantakos give a splendid account of the ancient Stoic teachers and their relevance to such issues as communal living and sustainability. Their book stands out for its sincerity and its exploration of what it means to cultivate Stoic virtues here and now.” — Anthony Long, Professor Emeritus of Classics and Literature at the University of California, Berkeley, and author of Epictetus: How to Be Free — An Ancient Guide to the Stoic Life “The timeless lessons of Stoicism are more relevant than ever. In a time of disorder, Being Better is just what we need to bring them to light.” — Chris Guillebeau, author of The Money Tree and The $100 Startup “Do you want to live a life worth living? Try Stoicism. Do you want to try Stoicism? Read Being Better and let it be your guide.” — Massimo Pigliucci, author of A Field Guide to a Happy Life “Being Better is the best expression of the heart of Stoic philosophy that I have found in print.” — Matthew Van Natta, author of The Beginner’s Guide to Stoicism “Kai and Leonidas vividly present the power and promise of the Stoic way of life and its profound relevance to the issues we face today. They gather a chorus of timeless insights and questions — from Zeno, Cleanthes, Musonius, and others — that challenge us to discover well-being, not only for ourselves but for those around us, too. Highly recommended!” — Stephen Hanselman, New York Times bestselling coauthor of Lives of the Stoics, The Daily Stoic, and The Daily Stoic Journal “An engaging and lively introduction to Stoicism as guidance for living. Being Better makes excellent use of ancient and modern figures to exemplify important features of Stoic practice. The book is also effective in highlighting the Stoic basis for social and political action and environmental responsibility, as well as for emotional resilience.” — Christopher Gill, University of Exeter “Being Better is a practical introduction to Stoicism that mixes modern scholarship with ancient sources in a rigorous yet accessible way. The book deftly threads the needle of Stoic theory and practice. The authors engage the reader through thoughtful questions while painting vivid pictures of Stoic lives, both ancient and modern.” — Gregory Lopez, founder of New York City Stoics, cofounder of the Stoic Fellowship, and coauthor of A Handbook for New Stoics “Kai and Leo’s deep understanding of Stoic wisdom, combined with their determination to create a harmonious world, led to this beautiful book. Being Better will push the odds in your favor.” — Jonas Salzgeber, author of The Little Book of Stoicism “Stoic philosophy is undergoing a modern revival because it teaches us how to live calm and tranquil lives in an often crazy world beyond our control. While covering the basics of S
- Idioma: Inglés
- Autor: Whiting, Kai
- Editorial: New
- N° Paginas: 176
- Tipo de pasta: Pasta blanda
- Envío: Desde EE.UU.
