Temptation

Finding Self-Control in an Age of Excess

Autori

• Daniel Akst

Parametri

Pagine

320pagine

Tempo di lettura

12ore

• Filosofia
• Psicologia
• Saggistica
• Salute & Medicina
• Scienze sociali

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Exploring the age-old struggle with desire, this book offers a witty and thorough examination of how unrestrained consumption impacts modern society. Daniel Akst highlights the erosion of social constraints in an era of abundant temptations, from food to indulgence. By weaving together insights from history, literature, psychology, philosophy, and economics, he presents a multifaceted view of desire and provides a strategic approach to regain control, aiming to prevent a path of self-destruction.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2011

(In brossura)