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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 ... more

     

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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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      • Media: Paperback Book, 480 pages
      • Language: English
      • Publisher: Quill (Oct. 31st, 1998)
      • ISBN-10: 0688163521
      • ISBN-13: 9780688163525
      • Dimensions: 5.61 x 8.31 x 1.29 inches
      • Shipping Weight: 0.94 lbs
      • Categories: Eastern Philosophy Happiness

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