The Conquest of Happiness
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Sprache:Englisch
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Verlag:Martino Fine Books
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Verkaufsrang
8692
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
01.01.2026
Verlag
Martino Fine BooksSeitenzahl
192
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/1,1 cm
Gewicht
287 g
Sprache
Englisch
EAN
9798898780111
First published in 1930, Bertrand Russell's The Conquest of Happiness is one of the twentieth century's most enduring guides to living well. Written by one of the world's greatest philosophers, this classic work distills Russell's deep intellect and sharp wit into a set of reflections that remain strikingly relevant today. Russell believed that happiness was not a matter of luck, wealth, or circumstance, but something that could be cultivated through clear thinking, honest self-examination, and the deliberate pursuit of life's genuine pleasures. In this book he explores the common causes of unhappiness-worry, boredom, envy, fear-and shows how to overcome them. He then turns to the sources of joy: meaningful work, affection, curiosity, and the quiet satisfaction of a balanced mind. Unlike abstract philosophical treatises, The Conquest of Happiness is direct, practical, and personal. Russell draws not only on philosophy but also on psychology, social observation, and his own experiences to offer guidance that is both compassionate and unsentimental. He urges readers to strip away unnecessary anxieties, resist destructive habits of thought, and discover a freer, more confident approach to life. For nearly a century, readers have turned to Russell's words for wisdom and reassurance. His insights anticipate the themes of modern self-help and positive psychology, yet carry the authority of a Nobel Prize-winning thinker who lived through the upheavals of two world wars. This edition invites new generations to rediscover a book that speaks with clarity and humanity about the universal quest for happiness. The Conquest of Happiness remains as timely as ever: a call to live with purpose, to seek joy without illusion, and to conquer despair with reason and hope.
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