Jules Evans

An important book, because it reminds us philosophy is not just about analysis. It's also about the good life.

Instructive and thought-provoking...shows philosophy is not just for stuffy classrooms

This wonderful book shows how modern psychology is consistent with the best that was thought and known in the Ancient World...also beautifully written

Lord Richard Layard, author, Happiness: Lessons From A New Science

Hugely enjoyed Philosophy for Life. Am an avid fan of classical philosophy &amp; this book applies it thoroughly &amp; beautifully.

Witty and accessible…Highly recommended.

Splendid, readable and engaging on philosophy as a way of life.

A vibrant book, showing how vivid and topical ancient wisdom is to life in the present day.

Anthony Seldon, Headmaster, Wellington College

Louise Chunn, editor, Psychologies Magazine

Kristjan Kristjansson, author of Aristotle, Emotions and Education

Packed with wisdom yet up to date with the latest thinking

Tom Butler-Bowdon, author of 50 Philosophy Classics

And other dangerous situations

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‘Thought-provoking’ Financial Times 
 
‘Wonderful … shows how modern psychology is consistent with the best that was thought and known in the Ancient World … beautifully written’ Lord Richard Layard, author of Happiness: Lessons From A New Science 
 
Jules Evans reveals how ancient philosophy saved his life and can make us all happier, wiser and more resilient. This book is an invitation to a dream school with a faculty that includes 12 of the greatest philosophers from the ancient world, sharing practical techniques we can use to better our lives. 
 
Featuring extraordinary stories from real people who are using these techniques – from marines to magicians, astronauts to anarchists and CBT psychologists to soldiers – Jules Evans demonstrates the timeless relevance of these teachings in everyday life. 
 
Philosophy on Life reveals how the wisdom of the past can illuminate the path to a brighter and more fulfilled future for us all.

Jules Evans

Praise for Philosophy for Life

An important book, because it reminds us philosophy is not just about analysis. It's also about the good life.

Instructive and thought-provoking...shows philosophy is not just for stuffy classrooms

This wonderful book shows how modern psychology is consistent with the best that was thought and known in the Ancient World...also beautifully written

An important book, because it reminds us philosophy is not just about analysis. It's also about the good life.

Instructive and thought-provoking...shows philosophy is not just for stuffy classrooms

This wonderful book shows how modern psychology is consistent with the best that was thought and known in the Ancient World...also beautifully written

An important book, because it reminds us philosophy is not just about analysis. It's also about the good life.

Instructive and thought-provoking...shows philosophy is not just for stuffy classrooms

This wonderful book shows how modern psychology is consistent with the best that was thought and known in the Ancient World...also beautifully written

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