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William B. Irvine


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Philosophy


William B Irvine is professor of philosophy at Wright State University. The author of seven books, including A Guide to the Good Life, he has also written for the Huffington Post, Salon, Time, and the BBC. He lives in Dayton, Ohio.

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Average rating: 4.09 · 35,814 ratings · 3,449 reviews · 23 distinct works • Similar authors
A Guide to the Good Life: T...
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The Stoic Challenge: A Phil...
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On Desire: Why We Want What...
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A Slap in the Face: Why Ins...
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You: A Natural History
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Aha!: The Moments of Insigh...
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William Braxton Irvine: A G...
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Estoicismo para tu día a dí...
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With Two Oars: Reflections ...
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Doing Right by Children: Re...
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“pay attention to your enemies, for they are the first to discover your mistakes.”
― William B. Irvine, A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy
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“the easiest way for us to gain happiness is to learn how to want the things we already have.”
― William B. Irvine, A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy
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“Your primary desire, says Epictetus, should be your desire not to be frustrated by forming desires you won’t be able to fulfill.”
― William B. Irvine, A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy
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