To wonder too openly or intensely about the meaning of life can seem a peculiar, ill-fated and faintly ridiculous pastime. It can seem like a topic on which ordinary mortals cannot make much progress. In truth, it is for all of us to wonder about, define and work towards a more meaningful existence.This book presents a range of areas in which we might seek the meaning of life, including love, family, friendship, work, self-knowledge and nature. We learn why certain things feel meaningful while others don't, and consider how we might introduce more meaning into our activities.Topics covered in this book: Love Vague self-understanding Family Provincialism Work Selflessness Friendship Immortality Culture The art of storytelling Politics Nature Philosophy

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Zusammenfassung
A thought-provoking and practical guide to one of the greatest questions we will ever face: what is the meaning of life?

Inhalt

Love

Family

Work

Friendship

Culture

Politics

Nature

Philosophy

Vague self-understanding

Provincialism

Selflessness

Immortality

The art of storytelling