How to Be an Epicurean: The Ancient Art of Living Well

by Catherine Wilson

Book Overview

A leading philosopher shows that if the pursuit of happiness is the question, Epicureanism is the answer
Epicureanism has a reputation problem, bringing to mind gluttons with gout or an admonition to eat, drink, and be merry. In How to Be an Epicurean, philosopher Catherine Wilson shows that Epicureanism isn't an excuse for having a good time: it's a means to live a good life. Although modern conveniences and scientific progress...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1541672631
• ISBN13: 9781541672635
• Release Date: September 2019
• Publisher: Basic Books
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.4"