Meanings of life
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Author
Publication
1991 - Guilford Press, New York, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
106,500 words, Guess
Page Count
426 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL1539343M
- ISBN-10089862763X
- OCLC Control Number23768086
- OCLC Control Numbermeaningsoflife0000baum
- Library of Congress Control Number91017859
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- Goodreads4582407
- LibraryThing416294
Classifications
- DDC150
- LCCBF778 .B32 1991
Description
Who among us has not at some point asked, what is the meaning of life?' In this extraordinary book, an eminent social scientist looks at the big picture and explores what empirical studies from diverse fields tell us about the human condition. MEANINGS OF LIFE draws together evidence from psychology, history, anthropology, and sociology, integrating copious research findings into a clear and conclusive discussion of how people attempt to make sense of their lives. In a lively and accessible style, emphasizing facts over theories, Baumeister explores why people desire meaning in their lives, how these meanings function, what forms they take, and what happens when life loses meaning. It is the most comprehensive examination of the topic to date.
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