About the book
Great literature is more often praised for compelling depictions of conflict and tragedy than for moving portrayals of happiness and well-being. This collection of verse brings together poems of felicity, capturing what it means to be well in the fullest sense. Presented in 14 thematic sections, these works offer inspiring readings on wisdom, self-love, ecstasy, growth, righteousness, love and lust, inspiration, oneness with nature, hope, irreverence, awe, the delights of the senses, gratitude and compassion, relation to the sacred, justice, and unity. At times elegant, at others blunt, these poems reflect on what it means to live a rich, fulfilling life.
Editions of On Human Flourishing
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780786495801
- PDF
- ISBN 9781476621357
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Great literature is more often praised for compelling depictions of conflict and tragedy than for moving portrayals of happiness and well-being. This collection of verse brings together poems of felicity, capturing what it means to be well in the fullest sense. Presented in 14 thematic sections, these works offer inspiring readings on wisdom, self-love, ecstasy, growth, righteousness, love and lust, inspiration, oneness with nature, hope, irreverence, awe, the delights of the senses, gratitude and compassion, relation to the sacred, justice, and unity. At times elegant, at others blunt, these poems reflect on what it means to live a rich, fulfilling life.
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What is On Human Flourishing about?
Great literature is more often praised for compelling depictions of conflict and tragedy than for moving portrayals of happiness and well-being. This collection of verse brings together poems of felicity, capturing what it means to be well in the fullest sense. Presented in 14 thematic sections, these works offer inspiring readings on wisdom, self-love, ecstasy, growth, righteousness, love and lust, inspiration, oneness with nature, hope, irreverence, awe, the delights of the senses, gratitude and compassion, relation to the sacred, justice, and unity. At times elegant, at others blunt, these poems reflect on what it means to live a rich, fulfilling life.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in On Human Flourishing?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Literature: history and criticism
Where can I read a sample of On Human Flourishing?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780786495801
How long is On Human Flourishing and how many pages does it have?
On Human Flourishing has 308 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book On Human Flourishing?
D.J. Moores
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
On Human Flourishing is available as paperback(ISBN 9780786495801) and pdf(ISBN 9781476621357)
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