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The Half Known Life: In Search of Paradise
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Exploring paradisiacal concepts for serene living.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by the frenetic pace and discord of modern life, "The Half Known Life" could offer you a respite. Pico Iyer takes us on a cultural and philosophical journey, probing different interpretations of paradise and peace. It’s a thoughtful exploration that might just provide you with the insights to navigate life's chaos with a newfound sense of tranquility.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Exploring paradisiacal concepts for serene living.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by the frenetic pace and discord of modern life, "The Half Known Life" could offer you a respite. Pico Iyer takes us on a cultural and philosophical journey, probing different interpretations of paradise and peace. It’s a thoughtful exploration that might just provide you with the insights to navigate life's chaos with a newfound sense of tranquility.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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