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Michael Foley – The Age of Absurdity: Why Modern Life Makes it Hard to be HappyQuote:The good news is that the great thinkers from history have proposed the same strategies for happiness and fulfilment. The bad news is that these turn out to be the very things most discouraged by contemporary culture. This knotty dilemma is the subject of TheAge ofAbsurdity- a wry and accessible investigation into how the desirable states of wellbeing and satisfaction are constantly undermined by modern life.Michael Foley examines the elusive condition of happiness common to philosophy, spiritual teachings and contemporary psychology, then shows how these are becoming increasingly difficult to apply in a world of high expectations. The common challenges of earning a living, maintaining a relationship and ageing are becoming battlegrounds of existential angst and self-loathing in a culture that demands conspicuous consumption, high-octane partnerships and perpetual youth. In conclusion, rather than denouncing and rejecting the age, Foley presents an entertaining strategy of not just accepting but embracing today’s world – finding happiness in its absurdity.Open for everyoneNumber of pages: 272Year of publication: 2010Url:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Age-Absurdity-Modern-makes-Happy/dp…Amazon rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars (119 reviews)Amazon 5 star review wrote:Excellent summary of all aspects of modern life, contrasted by extensive reference to historic philosophers and modern research. Very dense, have read it once, and am now dipping into it again to remnd me of all the issues. Read it if you like a challenge to conventional wisdom.Amazon 5 star review wrote:Foley holds a mirror up to his readers and those around them, with uncanny but hilarious descriptions of our many failures, and honest, useful suggestions at how these can be turned to successes. One of those books you can’t help but steal quotes from. As a result of this book, I’ve reconsidered and changed several things in my life which now bring great satisfaction on a daily basis. Don’t miss out!Amazon 5 star review wrote:It’s one of those books that has you both laughing and thinking about the absurdity of life and the people in it – a great read – highly recommended.May you find the LIFE and LOVE,Aeon