{"product_id":"the-consolation-of-philosophy-hardcover-1","title":"The Consolation of Philosophy - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAncius Boethius\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e (Contribution by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA conversational text that addresses many philosophical concepts as well as Western religion by questioning good versus evil and the unnecessary suffering of innocent people.\u003c\/b\u003e Anicius Boethius draws from his own experiences to illustrate these spiritual and ethical struggles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Consolation of Philosophy\u003c\/i\u003e the author engages in a figurative discussion with Lady Philosophy, a type of teacher. Through their exchange, he poses serious questions regarding the existence of God and human nature. He also acknowledges his own dire circumstances, contemplating the hardships and trauma. Many counterpoints are tied to ideals such as the Wheel of Fortune, highlighting inconsistent and often unfair outcomes. He also focuses on the importance of intangible gifts such as love and intelligence.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Consolation of Philosophy\u003c\/i\u003e is an honest analysis of the nature of happiness. It forces the reader to face hard truths about their wants versus needs. It's a sobering examination of the unpredictable structure of life.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Consolation of Philosophy\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Consolation of Philosophy\u003c\/i\u003e by \u003cb\u003eAnicius Boethius\u003c\/b\u003e was greatly influenced by his personal troubles with the Roman government. While awaiting trial for treason, he wrote this exploration of philosophy as it relates to God, fate and free will. It's an enlightening account that details thought-provoking questions leading to introspective answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 154\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.44 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 27, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52724127531315,"sku":"9781513207711","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/QUJ4Nkp4WDk1UDJHOEh6Z21ReVBZQT09.webp?v=1763683264","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/the-consolation-of-philosophy-hardcover-1","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}