The Consolations of Philosophy

Alain de Botton discussed his book The Consolations of Philosophy, published by Pantheon Books. Drawing on the lives and works of Socrates, … read more

Alain de Botton discussed his book The Consolations of Philosophy, published by Pantheon Books. Drawing on the lives and works of Socrates, Epicurus, Seneca, Montaigne, Schopenhauer, and Nietzsche, the book relates how philosophy may console individuals during personal crisis. close

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The Consolations of Philosophy

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158232-1
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Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Jul 23, 2000 | 5:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Sep 16, 2000 | 10:37am EDT | C-SPAN 2

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  • Jul 23, 2000 | 5:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Aug 13, 2000 | 5:05am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Sep 16, 2000 | 10:37am EDT | C-SPAN 2
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