The Meaning of Life: According to the Great and the Good
- ISBN-10
- 0954510372
- ISBN-13
- 9780954510374
- Series
- The Meaning of Life
- Category
- Philosophy
- Pages
- 232
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palazzo
- Authors
- Richard Kinnier, Jerry Kernes, Nancy Tribbensee
Description
Since ancient times people have questioned the meaning of life. It has been a source of inspiration and motivation, frustration and puzzlement. Some have dedicated their lives to seeking an answer, others have dismissed it as an impossible quest. Some look inwards, believing that the meaning of life is to seek happiness, self-fulfilment or wisdom. Others look beyond themselves, hoping to contribute to society and help others. Some believe life is about serving God, others think it is just a joke. A few conclude that life has no meaning at all. Profound and thought-provoking, light-hearted and witty, here are 250 quotations from eminent people, expressing their thoughts on the eternal question.
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