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Syntax Advanced Search. A Philosophy of Loneliness by Lars Svendsen. Oliver Leaman. Philosophy East and West 68 3 Oliver Leaman University of Kentucky. This is an entertaining and intelligent book on a subject we often have preconceptions about, which the author takes delight in showing to be false. It is an interesting blend of philosophy and social science, which is not an easy combination to get to work properly.

Sometimes when it is not well done the reader gets the impression that a lot of half-digested facts are being thrown at her and a bit of theory is then used to try to vaguely tie it all together. Here the facts work with the theory nicely, the detail of loneliness in different countries and communities gives us some idea of how to explore the notion conceptually, and deepens the account of loneliness as a complex idea.

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From the Publisher via CrossRef no proxy muse. Svendsen looks at the role of friendship and love in our lives and argues that our main problem is not that there is too much loneliness in modern societies, but rather that there is too little solitude. This hugely important book is essential reading for all those who want to know more about this complex and profound state of being.

Your Basket. A Philosophy of Loneliness Lars Svendsen Translated by Kerri Pierce Loneliness is a difficult subject to address, because it has such negative connotations.

Catalogues Spring Autumn Spring Autumn Please contact us by email, or by using the contact form here. Svendsen looks at the importance of friendship and love, and he examines how loneliness can impact our quality of life and affect our physical and mental health. In a provocative move, he also argues that the main problem in our modern society is not that we have too much loneliness but rather too little solitude, and he looks to those moments when our loneliness can actually tell us profound things about ourselves and our place in the world.

The result is a fascinating book about a complex and deeply meaningful part of our very being. Back to top. Table of Contents. Be the first to know Get the latest updates on new releases, special offers, and media highlights when you subscribe to our email lists!