{"product_id":"the-work-of-philosophy-by-jared-henderson-9780008840310","title":"The Work of Philosophy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA powerful argument that a life of the mind is essential to our humanity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the ancient philosophers, a life worth living was a life spent in contemplation of higher ideas that challenged the intellect and nourished the spirit. Our modern world, in contrast, rewards pointless busyness with endless consumption and entertainment. What is lost when we abandon the contemplative life? Everything, argues Jared Henderson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart practical guide, part philosophical treatise, \u003cem\u003eThe Work of Philosophy\u003c\/em\u003e offers a path to the life of the mind in our frantic 21st century. But you need not join a monastery or go off into the desert to nurture a rich interior life: anyone can do it with just two hours a day. Henderson’s program draws on examples from Aristotle, Montaigne, Hannah Arendt, Byung-chul Han, C.S. Lewis and more to teach readers to follow a line of inquiry, to read deeply and write with intention, and to create a community that will support you in your intellectual endeavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContemplation is necessary for the cultivation of wonder, curiosity and joy. Like many great thinkers before you, you can find deep respite and fulfilment in the life of the mind. With a little discipline and the guidance in this book, the philosophical life is open to everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67598957805804,"sku":"9780008840310","price":38.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780008840310-the-work-of-philosophy-1.jpg?v=1790730326","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/the-work-of-philosophy-by-jared-henderson-9780008840310","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}