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Philosophies of Happiness: A Comparative Introduction to the Flourishing Life,Used
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What does it mean to be truly happy? In Philosophies of Happiness, Diana Lobel provides a rich spectrum of arguments for a theory of happiness as flourishing or wellbeing, offering a global, crosscultural, and interdisciplinary perspective on how to create a vital, fulfilling, and significant life. Drawing upon perspectives from a broad range of philosophical traditionsEastern and Western, ancient and contemporarythe book suggests that just as physical health is the wellbeing of the body, happiness is the healthy and flourishing condition of the whole human being, and we experience the most complete happiness when we realize our potential through creative engagement.Lobel shows that while thick descriptions of happiness differ widely in texture and detail, certain themes resonate across texts from different traditions and historical contexts, suggesting core features of a happy life: attentive awareness; effortless action; relationship and connection to a larger, interconnected community; love or devotion; and creative engagement. Each feature adds meaning, significance, and value, so that we can craft lives of worth and purpose. These themes emerge from careful study of philosophical and religious texts and traditions: the Greek philosophers Aristotle and Epicurus; the Chinese traditions of Confucius, Laozi, and Zhuangzi; the Hindu Bhagavad Gita; the Japanese Buddhist tradition of Soto Zen master Dogen and his modern expositor Shunryu Suzuki; the Western religious traditions of Augustine and Maimonides; the Persian Sufi tale Conference of the Birds; and contemporary research on mindfulness and creativity. Written in a clear, accessible style, Philosophies of Happiness invites readers of all backgrounds to explore and engage with religious and philosophical conceptions of what makes life meaningful.Visit https://cup.columbia.edu/extras/supplement/philosophiesofhappiness for additional appendixes and supplemental notes.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Philosophies of Happiness'? A: The book explores various philosophical arguments regarding happiness, suggesting that true happiness is achieved through flourishing and well-being, drawing from diverse cultural and philosophical traditions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Philosophies of Happiness'? A: The author is Diana Lobel, who provides a comprehensive examination of happiness through a global, cross-cultural lens.
- Q: What kind of perspectives does the book incorporate? A: It incorporates perspectives from both Eastern and Western philosophical traditions, including insights from notable figures like Aristotle, Confucius, and contemporary research on mindfulness.
- Q: How many pages is the book? A: The book has a total of 400 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Philosophies of Happiness' published? A: The book was published on November 14, 2017.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book regarding happiness? A: The book discusses themes such as attentive awareness, effortless action, connection to community, love or devotion, and creative engagement as key features of a happy life.
- Q: Is the book suitable for readers from all backgrounds? A: Yes, 'Philosophies of Happiness' is written in a clear, accessible style, making it suitable for readers of all backgrounds interested in philosophical and religious concepts of happiness.
- Q: Are there any supplemental materials available for this book? A: Yes, additional appendixes and supplemental notes can be found at https://cup.columbia.edu/extras/supplement/philosophies-of-happiness.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.