“Brilliant. One of those rare books that forces you to ask what the hell you’re doing with your life.” –George Monbiot, The Guardian
**One of Forbes’ 13 Best Books for Summer 2017**
We’ve all heard the saying “seize the day.” But what does it really mean–and how can we use it to jumpstart our lives? In the age of distraction, carpe diem is more essential than ever, and yet many of us simply don’t employ it in our lives.
In this thought-provoking and empowering book, cultural writer Roman Krznaric unpacks the history, philosophy, and modern-day applications of “seizing the day” and delivers a rousing call to action for anyone who wants to improve their lives–or our world.
Carpe Diem is a far-ranging read, drawing on everything from the neuropsychology of regret to the anthropology of play, from medieval carnival rites to religious conceptions of the afterlife and early Japanese cinema. Offering food for thought as well as inspiring takeaways, the book examines not just the contributions of great thinkers throughout history, but also reveals insights from the lives of great seize-the-day practitioners including nightclub dancers, war photographers, bored housewives, and committed revolutionaries–offering a wide range of solutions to the daunting challenge of leading a meaningful life.
About Carpe Diem
“Brilliant. One of those rare books that forces you to ask what the hell you’re doing with your life.” –George Monbiot, The Guardian
**One of Forbes’ 13 Best Books for Summer 2017**
We’ve all heard the saying “seize the day.” But what does it really mean–and how can we use it to jumpstart our lives? In the age of distraction, carpe diem is more essential than ever, and yet many of us simply don’t employ it in our lives.
In this thought-provoking and empowering book, cultural writer Roman Krznaric unpacks the history, philosophy, and modern-day applications of “seizing the day” and delivers a rousing call to action for anyone who wants to improve their lives–or our world.
Carpe Diem is a far-ranging read, drawing on everything from the neuropsychology of regret to the anthropology of play, from medieval carnival rites to religious conceptions of the afterlife and early Japanese cinema. Offering food for thought as well as inspiring takeaways, the book examines not just the contributions of great thinkers throughout history, but also reveals insights from the lives of great seize-the-day practitioners including nightclub dancers, war photographers, bored housewives, and committed revolutionaries–offering a wide range of solutions to the daunting challenge of leading a meaningful life.
Roman Krznaric, PhD., is a cultural thinker and writer on the art of living and social change. His previous books, which include Empathy, How Should We Live? and How to Find Fulfilling Work, have been published in over twenty languages. He is founder… More about Roman Krznaric
About Roman Krznaric
Roman Krznaric, PhD., is a cultural thinker and writer on the art of living and social change. His previous books, which include Empathy, How Should We Live? and How to Find Fulfilling Work, have been published in over twenty languages. He is founder… More about Roman Krznaric
“Insightful, inspiring, and instructive. Anyone who feels like time is moving too fast and things are out of their control will be reinvigorated by this thoughtful guide.” –John Gray, bestselling author of Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus
