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The Good Life: Ethics and the Pursuit of Happiness,Used
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The Dalai Lama once wrote that the object of human existence was to be happy. This sounds extremely glib as happiness in the popular imagination is a feeling and in the words of the song 'the greatest gift that we possess'. On the other hand, von Hugel wrote 'Religion has never made me happy;it's no use shutting your eyes to the fact that the deeper you go, the more alone you will find yourself' This small masterpiece by the late Fr Herbert McCabe of the Dominican order steers a steady courss between these two extremes. We feels instinctively that human beings are designed to enjoy themselves and to be happy and yet we are told that suffering is good for the soul. But in the Catholic tradition the true object of human existence is the vision of God and nothing less than this will ever make us truly happy. But Fr McCabe explores much deeper issues. Is Happiness a pleasure or a pain? You hardly know. Certainly it is not a comfort for comfort spells seciurity and hapiness can take you out of yourself to a degree where all secutiry is left behind. Behind a feeling of exultation, you can sense the flame of incandescent terror. This short book is entirely original and will further enhance McCabe's posthumous reputation.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Good Life: Ethics and the Pursuit of Happiness'? A: The book explores the concept of happiness, contrasting popular notions of happiness with deeper philosophical and religious insights, particularly from the Catholic tradition.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Herbert McCabe, a Dominican priest known for his philosophical writings.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 25, 2005.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Good Life' have? A: The book has a total of 144 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The key feature of this book is that it is a used book in good condition, providing philosophical insights on happiness and ethics.
- Q: In which category is this book classified? A: The book is classified under the category of Inspirational literature.
- Q: What philosophical questions does the book address? A: The book addresses questions about the nature of happiness, the role of suffering, and the pursuit of a meaningful life in relation to the vision of God.
- Q: Can this book be beneficial for someone interested in ethics? A: Yes, the book offers valuable insights into ethics and the pursuit of happiness, making it beneficial for readers interested in these topics.