Title: A philosophy of simple living /
Authors: Brillaud, Jérôme
Year: 2020
Subjects: Simplicity; Conduct of life; Life skills; Quality of life; Consumption (Economics); Sustainability; Conduct of life; Consumption (Economics); Life skills; Quality of life; Simplicity; Sustainability
Abstract: "Today, "simple living" is a rallying cry for anti-consumerists, environmentalists, and anyone concerned with humanity's effect on the planet. But what is so revolutionary about a simple life? And why are we so fascinated with simplicity today? A Philosophy of Simple Living charts the ideas, motivations, and practices of simplicity from antiquity to the present day. Bringing together an array of people, practices, and movements, from Henry David Thoreau to Steve Jobs, and from Cynics and Shakers to the "slow movement," voluntary simplicity, and degrowth, this book is as comprehensive as it is concise. Written in elegant, spare prose, A Philosophy of Simple Living will be of great benefit to all who wish to declutter and pare back their complicated, modern lives." --
Contents: What's in a name? -- Simple beginnings -- Walking in simplicity -- The 'gift to be simple' -- A simple reform -- Simplicity made simple -- A simple voice.