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On Desire: Why We Want What We Want by William B. Irvine

On Desire: Why We Want What We Want

William B. Irvine

322 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

nonfiction philosophy psychology informative reflective slow-paced
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For readers seeking a deeper understanding of the human experience and a more fulfilling life, On Desire: Why We Want What We Want by William B. Irvine offers a absorbing exploration of the nature of desire, providing practical wisdom and insights to help readers cultivate lasting happiness and a more meaningful existence.

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A married person falls deeply in love with someone else. A man of average income feels he cannot be truly happy unless he owns an expensive luxury car. A dieter has an irresistible craving for ice cream. Desires often come to us unbidden and unwan...

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