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The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom

By Jonathan Haidt

Book information

Publisher
Basic Books
Year
2005
ISBN
0465028012, 9780465028016
LCC
BJ1481 .H14 2005
Open Library ID
OL3405586M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
2 MB (2444028 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
297\304
Time added
2012-03-09 12:00:00

Description

Jonathan Haidt skillfully combines two genres-philosophical wisdom and scientific research-delighting the reader with surprising insights. He explains, for example, why we have such difficulty controlling ourselves and sticking to our plans; why no achievement brings lasting happiness, yet a few changes in your life can have profound effects, and why even confirmed atheists experience spiritual elevation. In a stunning final chapter, Haidt addresses the grand question "How can I live a meaningful life?," offering an original answer that draws on the rich inspiration of both philosophy and science.

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