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The epic wisdom contained in a lost library helps the author turn his life aroundJohn Kaag is a dispirited young philosopher at sea in his marriage and his career when he stumbles upon West Wind, a ruin of an estate in the hinterlands of New Hampshire that belonged to the eminent Harvard philosopher William Ernest Hocking. Hocking was one of the last true giants of American philosophy and a direct intellectual descendent of William James, the father of American philosophy and psychology, with whom Kaag feels a deep kinship. It is Jamess question Is life worth living? that guides this remarkable book.The books Kaag discovers in the Hocking library are crawling with insects and full of mold. But he resolves to restore them, as he immediately recognizes their importance. Not only does the library at West Wind contain handwritten notes from Whitman and inscriptions from Frost, but there are startlingly rare first editions of Hobbes, Descartes, and Kant. As Kaag begins to catalog and read through these priceless volumes, he embarks on a thrilling journey that leads him to the lifeaffirming tenets of American philosophyselfreliance, pragmatism, and transcendenceand to a brilliant young Kantian who joins him in the restoration of the Hocking books.Part intellectual history, part memoir, American Philosophy is ultimately about love, freedom, and the role that wisdom can play in turning ones life around.
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Wow, I was blown away by the writing in this book! American Philosophy has such a way with words. The themes about love and existence really resonated with me. I’ll be recommending this to my friends for book club.
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Yasmin Patel
A Bit Too Abstract for Me
I got 'A Love Story' hoping for something more engaging, but honestly, it felt a bit too abstract. The concepts are heavy, which might appeal to some, but I struggled to connect with the narrative. Not my favorite book, but others might enjoy it.
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Clara Johnson
A Unique Perspective on Love
I loved how 'A Love Story' approached the topic of love from a philosophical angle! It’s not your typical romance novel, and that’s what I appreciated. It gave me a lot to think about. Great for anyone looking for something different.
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Sofia Kumar
Thought-Provoking Read
I just finished reading 'A Love Story' by American Philosophy and it really made me reflect on relationships in a deep way. The prose is beautiful, and the insights are quite moving. Definitely a book to keep on your shelf for future revisits!
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Ethan Rodriguez
Interesting but a Bit Slow
The book had some really compelling ideas, but I felt like it dragged on in some parts. It’s a great exploration of love, but I wanted it to pick up the pace a bit. Still worth a read if you like philosophical discussions.
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