Why read More Than Happiness?

Book cover of More Than Happiness: Buddhist and Stoic Wisdom for a Sceptical Age

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'This groundbreaking study provides a much-needed philosophical framework for those practising mindfulness as well as a call to recover the pragmatic and therapeutic dimensions of philosophy.' - Stephen Batchelor, author of After Buddhism and Secular Buddhism

Modern readers tend to think of Buddhism as spending time alone meditating, searching for…

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1 author picked More Than Happiness as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Jonas Salzgeber

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This informative book looks at the similarities and differences between Buddhism and Stoicism. It provides a philosophical framework for those practicing mindfulness and interested in dealing more effectively with life’s challenges. Antonia Macaro has packed this book with wisdom and actionable steps to put it into practice right now. This lesser known book has definitely not yet received the attention it deserves.

From Jonas' list on modern books about Stoicism (even if they don't appear to be at first glance).