A lateinlife reflection and modernday philosophical exploration of what it means to age authentically. A biographer of many great philosophers, including epicurus. Travels with epicurus by daniel klein overdrive rakuten. The type of seat and bus can be chosen and booked using the various to payment options. The inscription sets out epicurus teachings on physics, epistemology, and ethics. A journey to a greek island in search of a fulfilled life thorndike press large print nonfiction series klein, daniel. For epicurus, the purpose of philosophy was to attain the happy, tranquil life, characterized by peace and freedom from fear, the absence of pain, and by living a selfsufficient life surrounded by friends.
Epicurus contributed significantly to greek, roman, and ultimately european philosophy, science, ethics, and political. Rated 5 out of 5 by yawnmower11 from nice book attractive book, good size for slipping into a shoulder bag for a little light reading on a plane or train. Despite the heavy tomes occasionally quoted by klein, travels with epicurus is a light book, the kind seven inches by five inches, 164 pages one can carry in a small purse or coat pocket, the kind one sees with other wisdom texts up. Drawing on the lives of his greek friends, as well as philosophers ranging from epicurus to sartre, klein learns to appreciate old age as. Travels with epicurus is a wonderful read, written by a good humoured intellectual with a common touch and without condescension. The sage is an entertaining satirical look at greek philosophy and its most famous pioneers. New book every time i find the meaning of life, they change it available october 27.
An exlibrary book and may have standard library stamps andor stickers. Advice on achieving a fulfilling old age from one of the bestselling authors of plato and a platypus walk into a bar. The box was actually crushed so that the boxs wall was bent all the way round and the corners were damaged. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. After being advised by his dentist to get tooth implants, daniel klein decides to stick with his dentures and instead use the money to make a trip to the greek island hydra and discover the secrets of aging happily. German rights sold in preempt for blossoms, the biggest literary novel in china with over 800,000 copies sold more.
Travels with epicurus, daniel klein shop online for books. Meditations from a greek island on the pleasures of old age by daniel klein isbn. To find content in, please use the search boxes found in the various sections of the site. Companionship was at the top of epicuruss list of lifes pleasures. According to epicurus, what allows us to not fear death and obtain true pleasures. This latter book is about poggio bracciolinia, a 15th century scribe who tracks down the roman poet lucretiuss on the nature of things. When epicurus travels to athens to open his own school of philosophy, he is quickly chastised because of his liberal beliefs. The letter to menoeceus, translated by brad inwood and l. Bookits from technology offers specialized deals on vacations, cruises, hotels, car rentals and airfare from your nearest airport. When philosopher, jokester and septuagenarian daniel klein goes to the dentist for a regular checkup, he is informed that he needs a section of his lower teeth removed. The bus ticket can be booked from call centre and can be home delivered too. A journey to a greek island in search of an authentic old age by daniel kleinbuy. A journey to a greek island in search of a fulfilled life by daniel m. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Journey to the greek island of hydra with author daniel klein as he learns the simple pleasures of aging happily in the mediterranean culture. In kleins presentation, epicurus and other thinkers are. The brilliant writings of a highly influential greek philosopher, with a foreword by daniel klein, author of travels with epicurusthe teachings of epicurusabout life and death, religion and science, physical sensation, happiness, morality, and friendshipattracted legions of adherents throughout the ancient mediterranean world and deeply influenced later european thought. I have since recommended travels with epicurus to others approaching retirement. A journey to a greek island in search of a fulfilled life by daniel klein at indigo.
Employing witty dialogue and amazing visuals, epicurus. Dec 24, 2012 the brilliant writings of a highly influential greek philosopher, with a foreword by daniel klein, author of travels with epicurusthe teachings of epicurusabout life and death, religion and science, physical sensation, happiness, morality, and friendshipattracted legions of adherents throughout the ancient mediterranean world and deeply influenced later european thought. A journey to a greek island in search of a fulfilled life. He studied at platos academy when it was run by xenocrates. A journey to a greek island in search of a fulfilled life enter every time i find the meaning of life, they change it. Home epicurean, destinations, travel, culture, cuisine.
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A journey to a greek island in search of a fulfilled life was the first book i read from daniel klein. Heidegger and a hippo walk through those pearly gates, 2009 is on a personal quest to redeem the grizzled and grayhaired among us. Following a trip to his dentist, 73yearold klein considers his options after being advised that he needs tooth implants or a denture. Klein daniel klein journeys to the greek island hydra to discover the secrets of aging happily.
Welcome to epicurean travel epicurean travel llc is a womenowned company dedicated to providing exquisite travel experiences based on the cultural and culinary heritages of unique and exclusive international destinations. Dec 15, 2015 if you are buying books online and looking for great price and free shipping worldwide, book depository is one of the best options. Lives of eminent philosophers, book x by diogenes laertius c. According to epicurus, what is the greatest good and is more valuable than philosophy.
Evilya celebi book of travel s is the worlds first real virtual exhibition, and it happened above a public library in east london. Travels with epicurus by legal officer daniel klein, 9780143126621, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Drawing on the lives of his greek friends, as well as philosophers ranging from epicurus to sartre, klein learns. With the aid of epicurus and a community of octogenarians on the island of hydra, this delightful book will make you look at ageing in an entirely new light.
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. Oct 01, 2012 travels with epicurus is a wonderful read, written by a good humoured intellectual with a common touch and without condescension. Travels with epicurus daniel klein elif the reader. He wrote, of all the things that wisdom provides to help one live ones entire life in happiness, the greatest by far is the possession of friendship. A relook aditi mitra assistant teacher, orgram high school orgram, burdwan, west bengal india abstract epicurus 341270 b. The letter to menoeceus introduction the letter to menoeceus was written by epicurus to menoeceus in order to give a short summary of his ethical views. 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. For the past 30 years, weve provided over 80,000 travelers with great service, helpful agents and fun filled vacation packages at wholesale rates.
Travels with epicurus, a journey to a greek island in search of an authentic old age for philosopher daniel klein the prospect of getting dental implants and maintaining his youthful smile. This little book can be read easily in one or two sittings, even allowing time for. Epicurus and the harm of death satisfaction is a subjective matter of belief, z3 satisfaction is a firstperson perspectival matter whereas judgements about fulfilment adopt an impersonal and. Always interesting to read about other cultures, and how attractive they are.
Klein plato and a platypus walk into a bar opts for a sojourn. It was originally about 25 000 words long and filled 260 square meters of wall space. Despite the heavy tomes occasionally quoted by klein, travels with epicurus is a light book, the kind seven inches by five inches, 164 pages one can carry in a small purse or coat pocket, the kind one sees with other wisdom texts up front near the cash registers at bookstores. This and the principal doctrines are two most important surviving texts spelling out epicurus ethical theory. This book delves into epicurian philosophy, which fascinated me and further encouraged me to read the klein book. Engaging aristotle, plato, and socrates in public debates, epicurus effortlessly exposes the absurdity of their arguments. The book is no travelogue, no road trip, rather the travels are those through the history of philosphers taking a lead from the greek epicurus in ruminating on the joys, or otherwise, of achieving old age, and those.
Travels with epicurus, daniel klein shop online for. Daniel klein dips a toe in the life affirming waters of the aegean to discover the secret of growing old gracefully. 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. Jan 11, 20 despite the heavy tomes occasionally quoted by klein, travels with epicurus is a light book, the kind seven inches by five inches, 164 pages one can carry in a small purse or coat pocket, the kind one sees with other wisdom texts up front near the cash registers at bookstores. 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 that only a free spirit like klein could lead. New book every time i find the meaning of life, they change it available october 27 the official daniel m. According to epicurus, what is the starting point and goal of living blessedly. Epicurean, destinations, travel, culture, cuisine, journal, magazine, travel, photographer, writer lee daley. One or more shipping restrictions apply to this product. Daniel klein journeys to the greek island hydra to discover the secrets of aging happily. 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. A journey to a greek island in search of an authentic old age, 2012. Its a witty, accessible travel guide to living well in the most valuable stage of life. Drawing on the inspiring lives of his greek friends and.
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