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The Importance of Living

of Lin Yutang

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The Importance of Living is a wry, witty antidote to the dizzying pace of the modern world. Lin Yutang's prescription is the classic Chinese philosophy of life: Revere inaction as much as action, invoke humor to maintain a healthy attitude, and never forget that there will always be plenty of fools around who are willing-indeed, eager-to be busy, to make themselves useful, and to exercise power while you bask in the simple joy of existence.At a time when we're overwhelmed with wake-up calls, here is a refreshing, playful reminder to savor life's simple pleasures.

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Book Details

  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 462 pages
  • Publisher William Morrow Paperbacks
  • Publication Date September 16th 1998
  • First Publication 10/30/37
  • Language English
  • ISBN 9780688163525
  • Edition Not informed
  • Category Religion & Spirituality
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