The Pleasures and Sorrows of Work
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- Paperback
336 pages
- Release Date
24 May 2010
Summary
Finding Meaning in the Grind: Exploring the Pleasures and Sorrows of Work
Alain de Botton delves into the heart of our daily lives – work. It shapes us, defines us, and provides a sense of control. Yet, it can also feel like a constraint.
Through visits to diverse workplaces and insights from artists and thinkers, de Botton explores our complex relationship with our jobs. He seeks to understand why we do what we do, offering sympathy, humor, and wisdom to help us find meaning in our work.
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780141027913 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0141027916 |
| Author: | Alain de Botton |
| Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 336 |
| Release Date: | 24 May 2010 |
| Weight: | 370g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 131mm x 25mm |
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De Botton’s wit and powers of ironic observation are on display throughout what is a stylish and original book. The workplace brings out the best in his writing
De Botton’s wit and powers of ironic observation are on display throughout what is a stylish and original book. The workplace brings out the best in his writing * Sunday Times *Timely, wonderfully readable. De Botton has pretty much got to the bottom of the subject * Spectator *Terribly funny, touches us all * Mail on Sunday *Brilliant, enormously engaging * Guardian *
About The Author
Alain de Botton
Alain de Botton is the bestselling author of fifteen books, including The School of Life- An Emotional Education, How Proust Can Change Your Life, The Consolations of Philosophy, The Art of Travel and The Course of Love. He is the founder of The School of Life.
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