{"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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLars Svendsen\u003c\/b\u003e is professor of philosophy at the University of Bergen, Norway. He has written fourteen books, including \u003ci\u003eA Philosophy of Fear\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Philosophy of Loneliness\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eA Philosophy of Lying\u003c\/i\u003e, all also published by Reaktion Books.\u003cb\u003e Matt Bagguley \u003c\/b\u003eis a translator of Norwegian fiction and nonfiction. He lives in Oslo.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Reaktion Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50877964419346,"sku":"9781789149432","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_8f735cfb-353f-4431-b34d-9b01a1068f59.jpg?v=1738392984","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/a-philosophy-of-hope-9781789149432","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}