{"product_id":"a-philosophy-of-hope-9781789149432","title":"A Philosophy of Hope","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom a leading popular philosopher, an uplifting meditation on the nature and power of optimism.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In this book Lars Svendsen embarks on a profound exploration of the nature of hope, asking what exactly hope is and how it differs from related phenomena such as wishful thinking. He argues that hope is rooted in the ability to shape one's future, crucial for a society built on freedom instead of fear. Svendsen highlights hope's vital role in giving life meaning, and its intimate connection to identity. He shows that, while hope cannot magically transform the world, it can empower individuals to focus on achievable goals rather than pressing challenges. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Ultimately, \u003ci\u003eA Philosophy of Hope\u003c\/i\u003e demonstrates the capacity of hope to propel both individuals and the world in a positive direction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Reaktion Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/13\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781789149432\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 224","brand":"Lars Svendsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44637729292469,"sku":"9781789149432","price":19.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_da928ad3-c251-4af2-a2f8-f6b0670f165c.jpg?v=1726582471","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/a-philosophy-of-hope-9781789149432","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}