The Importance Of Living: The Classic Chinese Philosophy of Simple Pleasures and Inaction―A Playful Antidote to Modern Life
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| Management number | 237193885 | Release Date | 2026/07/10 | List Price | $3.92 | Model Number | 237193885 | ||
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The Importance of Living is a wry, witty antidote to the dizzying pace of the modern world. Lin Yutang's prescription is the classic Chinese philosophy of life: Revere inaction as much as action, invoke humor to maintain a healthy attitude, and never forget that there will always be plenty of fools around who are willing-indeed, eager-to be busy, to make themselves useful, and to exercise power while you bask in the simple joy of existence.At a time when we're overwhelmed with wake-up calls, here is a refreshing, playful reminder to savor life's simple pleasures. Read more
| ISBN10 | 0688163521 |
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| ISBN13 | 978-0688163525 |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | William Morrow Paperbacks |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 1.2 x 8.25 inches |
| Item Weight | 15.2 ounces |
| Print length | 462 pages |
| Publication date | September 16, 1998 |
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