Description
Alain de Botton invites readers to reconsider the very essence of travel, moving beyond mere destinations to explore the profound philosophical and emotional dimensions of our journeys. This insightful work delves into the pleasures of anticipation, the allure of the unfamiliar, and the transformative power of keen observation, whether amidst exotic landscapes or the mundane details of everyday life. Drawing upon the wisdom of poets, artists, and thinkers, de Botton reveals how travel can be a catalyst for self-discovery and a means to appreciate the world with fresh eyes. It's a wise and original exploration that encourages us to find wonder not just in faraway lands, but in the art of noticing itself.
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paperback
Vintage
Published Jan 1, 2004
272 pages
ISBN: 9780375725340
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First Published
2002
Language
eng
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