Format:
XIV, 393 S.
,
Ill.
,
24cm
Edition:
1. publ.
ISBN:
0199247234
,
9780199247233
Content:
Keith Thomas, one of the foremost historians of our time, sheds light on the origins of the modern ideal of human fulfillment and explores the many obstacles to its realization, looking at work, wealth, possessions friendship, family, and sociability. The book looks at the cult of military prowess, the pursuit of honor and reputation, the nature of religious belief, and the desire to be posthumously remembered. --from publisher description
Language:
English
Subjects:
History
,
English Studies
Keywords:
England
;
Lebensphilosophie
;
Selbstverwirklichung
;
Geschichte 1530-1780
