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Love & Will

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Love & Will by Rollo May explores the deep connections between love and will as essential elements of human existence. The book delves into psychological and philosophical aspects, examining how these concepts impact personal growth and fulfilment. Through May's insights, it offers a profound look at the challenges and rewards of embracing both love and will in our daily lives.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by the intersection of philosophy and psychology, as it delves into the complex relationships between love, will, and human existence. It may appeal to those interested in exploring how these themes influence personal growth and the ability to connect deeply with others.

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Love & Will

"An extraordinary book on sex and civilization....An important contribution to contemporary morality."—Newsweek

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Love & Will is described as "an extraordinary book on sex and civilization.... An important contribution to contemporary morality." —Newsweek

According to Rollo May, the heart of man's dilemma is the failure to understand the real meaning of love and will, their source and interrelation. Bringing fresh insight to these concepts, May shows how we can attain a deeper consciousness.

"Wise, rich, witty and indispensable.... It should have led any list of important books." —John Leonard, New York Times

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Love & Will by Rollo May has been praised for its profound exploration of the link between love and the will, discussing contemporary moral issues with depth and insight. Newsweek describes it as an extraordinary work on sex and civilization, making a significant contribution to modern morality, while The New York Times calls it wise, rich, witty, and an indispensable read that stands among the most important books.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393330052

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 August 2007

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 277g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Rollo May (1909-1994) taught at Harvard, Princeton, and Yale, and was Regents' Professor at the University of California, Santa Cruz. An influential psychologist, he was the best-selling author of Love and Will, as well as the author of The Courage to Create, Man's Search for Himself, The Meaning of Anxiety, and Psychology and the Human Dilemma.

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