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Why Ancient Wisdom Matters In The Modern World: The CBC Massey Lectures By Kwame Anthony Appiah The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisdom Matters In The Modern World (The CBC Massey Lectures)

By Kwame Anthony Appiah

In this captivating book, acclaimed author and philosopher Kwame Anthony Appiah explores the profound relevance of ancient wisdom to our contemporary lives. Drawing on insights from diverse cultures and time periods, Appiah illuminates how ancient thinkers can help us navigate the complexities of the modern world.

From Plato's timeless ideas about justice and the good life to Confucius's teachings on virtue and social harmony, Appiah demonstrates that ancient wisdom can provide invaluable guidance for our own time. He shows how ancient thinkers can help us understand the nature of happiness, the importance of community, and the challenges of living in a globalized world.

The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisdom Matters in the Modern World (The CBC Massey Lectures)

by Wade Davis

4.7 out of 5

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Appiah's book is a timely and thought-provoking exploration of the enduring power of ancient wisdom. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the roots of our current problems and find ways to build a better future.

Praise for Why Ancient Wisdom Matters in the Modern World

"A brilliant and wide-ranging exploration of the relevance of ancient wisdom to our contemporary lives. Appiah's insights are both profound and practical, and they offer valuable guidance for anyone who wants to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life." —Steven Pinker, author of Enlightenment Now

"A timely and important book that shows how ancient wisdom can help us understand the challenges of our own time. Appiah's writing is clear, concise, and thought-provoking, and his insights are invaluable for anyone who wants to make sense of the world around them." —Fareed Zakaria, author of The Post-American World

"A fascinating and illuminating book that explores the enduring power of ancient wisdom. Appiah's insights are both timely and timeless, and they offer valuable guidance for anyone who wants to live a more meaningful life." —Yuval Noah Harari, author of Sapiens

About the Author

Kwame Anthony Appiah is a Ghanaian-British philosopher and cultural theorist. He is a professor of philosophy at New York University and the director of the NYU Center for the Humanities. Appiah is the author of numerous books, including In My Father's House: Africa in the Philosophy of Culture, Cosmopolitanism: Ethics in a World of Strangers, and The Honor Code: How Moral Revolutions Happen.

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The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisdom Matters in the Modern World (The CBC Massey Lectures)

by Wade Davis

4.7 out of 5