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Mentioned in 4 episodes
Essays in Love
Book • 2001
In 'Essays in Love', Alain de Botton delves into the intricacies of love, analyzing the emotions and philosophical underpinnings of a romantic relationship.
The narrative follows the protagonist's intense infatuation with Chloe, from the initial encounter on a flight to the depths of despair and the complexities of maintaining love.
The book is characterized by its use of literary techniques, intertextuality, and philosophical references, making it a unique and profound exploration of love and human identity.
The narrative follows the protagonist's intense infatuation with Chloe, from the initial encounter on a flight to the depths of despair and the complexities of maintaining love.
The book is characterized by its use of literary techniques, intertextuality, and philosophical references, making it a unique and profound exploration of love and human identity.
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Mentioned in 4 episodes
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Steven Bartlett in the introduction, highlighting 
Alain de Botton ’s work in philosophy and its application to daily life.
Steven Bartlett in the introduction, highlighting Alain de Botton ’s work in philosophy and its application to daily life.
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The Love Expert: We've Built A Loveless Society & It's Making Us Depressed! (here's the fix!) Alain De Botton
Mentioned by Alain de Botton as one of his books, inspired by Kundera, that mixes narrative and psychological analysis.
Alain de Botton as one of his books, inspired by Kundera, that mixes narrative and psychological analysis.
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Alain de Botton: Writing Is Revenge | How I Write
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Jake Humphrey as a book that sold millions and reflects his thinking process that being average is okay.
Jake Humphrey as a book that sold millions and reflects his thinking process that being average is okay.
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Alain de Botton on the joy of being average (E218)
