Aristotle Would Have Liked Oprah: Lessons for Living and Other Philosophic Musing - Softcover

When author Ethel Diamond's daughter left for college several years ago, she realized she was jealous of her daughter's opportunity to pursue knowledge. This spurred Diamond to return to graduate school. Settling upon a master of arts degree in intellectual history, Diamond immersed herself in the writings of Western civilization's great thinkers. She found herself astonished at how relevant these philosophers' teachings were to contemporary everyday life. This book developed as a response to her eagerness to impart her own insights regarding philosophy's relevance to the reading public.

This is a string of pearls, collections of thoughts from some of the worlds greatest minds, and Im still smiling even as I write. Diamond also presents her own slant on how things are with depth, wisdom, and generous humor. This stringing together of thoughts old and new, time-tested and fresh, is so masterfully done that you youll be nodding your head in recognition. The headline philosophers are presented with flair, style, and honesty, and its hard to resist their seductive morsels of wisdom and prudence. It doesnt matter whether or not the names are familiar; youll be helplessly absorbed in their world views. Whimsical chapter titles Newton Doesnt Give a Fig About Tradition, Kant Not Only Can, He Did, add to the enjoyment. On a rainy afternoon, cuddle up with these kindred spirits of antiquity (who were, in the end, not so very unlike ourselves). A terrific book for anyone with even a mildly inquiring mind! -- NAPRA ReView, Nov/Dec 1999