Travels with Epicurus: A Journey to a Greek Island in Search

Travels with Epicurus: A Journey to a Greek Island in Search of a Fulfilled Life

One of the bestselling authors of Plato and a Platypus travels to Greece with a suitcase full of philosophy books, seeking the best way to achieve a fulfilling old age
Daniel Klein journeys to the Greek island Hydra to discover the secrets of aging happily. Drawing on the lives of his Greek friends, as well as philosophers ranging from Epicurus to Sartre, Klein learns to appreciate old age as a distinct and extraordinarily valuable stage of life. He uncovers simple pleasures that are uniquely available late in life, as well as headier pleasures that only a mature mind can fully appreciate. A travel book, a witty and accessible meditation, and an optimistic guide to living well, Travels with Epicurus is a delightful jaunt to the Aegean and through the terrain of old age led by a droll philosopher. A perfect gift book for the holidays, this little treasure is sure to please longtime fans of Plato and a Platypus Walk into a Bar and garner new ones, young and old
Country USA
Brand Random House Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer Penguin Books
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber new18-03-012016-b0106845
ReleaseDate 2012-10-30
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780143121930

Country	USA
Brand	Random House Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer	Penguin Books
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	new18-03-012016-b0106845
ReleaseDate	2012-10-30
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780143121930

Travels with Epicurus: A Journey to a Greek Island in Search of a Fulfilled Life