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Bold Truths

20 Philosophical Prints
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Bold Truths explores the profound role of art in human life, showcasing 20 philosophical prints created by The School of Life. These prints bring to life essential lessons for living well, combining striking visuals with timeless wisdom. The collection highlights how art serves as a powerful medium to encapsulate and remind us of what truly matters.
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20 unique prints encapsulating the most important lessons The School of Life has to teach.

Bold Truths is a collection of wise statements immortalised as art: 20 philosophical prints encapsulating the most important lessons The School of Life has to teach.

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Art is never merely decoration. From cave paintings to modern sculpture, our species has always used pictures and images to express our most important ideas: encapsulating the messages we deem necessary to remember in order to live better lives. Far from simply being objects of beauty, art is a reminder of what truly matters.

Bold Truths is a collection of wise statements immortalised as art: 20 philosophical prints encapsulating the most important lessons The School of Life has to teach. Brought to life by leading artists and designers, they're ready-made prints that can be lifted out and displayed in your home or place of work as a permanent reminder of how to live well. They're a perfect marriage of beauty and utility: exquisite illustrations of essential ideas.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781912891566

Publisher: The School of Life Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: The School of Life Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 300.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 42

About the Author

The School of Life is a global organisation helping people lead more fulfilled lives. Through our range of books, gifts and stationery we aim to prompt more thoughtful natures and help everyone to find fulfilment.

The School of Life Press brings together the thinking and ideas of the School of Life creative team under the direction of series editor, Alain de Botton. Their books share a coherent, curated message that speaks with one voice: calm, reassuring and sane.

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