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The Wisdom of Frugality: Why Less Is More - More or Less

Emrys Westacott

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Insightful exploration of simplicity and contentment.

If the constant pressure of consumerism weighs you down, "The Wisdom of Frugality" could be a breath of fresh air. The book delves into the philosophy behind living with less and presents a compelling case for scaling back. It's not just a set of frugal tips; it's a mindset shift that might just change how you perceive happiness and success in an increasingly material world.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Wisdom of Frugality: Why Less Is More - More or Less

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Condition guide
ISBN: 9780691180823
Author: Emrys Westacott
Date of Publication: 2018-04-03
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Philosophy, Personal Development
Goodreads rating: 3.69
(rated by 295 readers)

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Why philosophers have advocated simple living for 2,500 years—and why we ignore them at our peril. From Socrates to Thoreau, most philosophers, moralists, and religious leaders have seen frugality as a virtue and have associated simple living with wisdom, integrity, and happiness. But why? And are they right? Is a taste for luxury fundamentally misguided? If one has the means to be a spendthrift, is it foolish or reprehensible to be extravagant? In this book, Emrys Westacott examines why, for more than two millennia, so many philosophers and people with a reputation for wisdom have been advocating frugality and simple living as the key to the good life. He also looks at why most people have ignored them, but argues that, in a world facing environmental crisis, it may finally be time to listen to the advocates of a simpler way of life. The Wisdom of Frugality explores what simplicity means, why it's supposed to make us better and happier, and why, despite its benefits, it has always been such a hard sell. The book looks not only at the arguments in favor of living frugally and simply, but also at the case that can be made for luxury and extravagance, including the idea that modern economies require lots of getting and spending. A philosophically informed reflection rather than a polemic, The Wisdom of Fr
 

Insightful exploration of simplicity and contentment.

If the constant pressure of consumerism weighs you down, "The Wisdom of Frugality" could be a breath of fresh air. The book delves into the philosophy behind living with less and presents a compelling case for scaling back. It's not just a set of frugal tips; it's a mindset shift that might just change how you perceive happiness and success in an increasingly material world.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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