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Essays in Love
- Narrated by: James Wilby
- Length: 7 hrs and 14 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Essays in Love is a stunningly original love story. Taking in Aristotle, Wittgenstein, history, religion and Groucho Marx, Alain de Botton charts the progress of a love affair from the first kiss to argument and reconciliation, from intimacy and tenderness to the onset of anxiety and heartbreak.
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- Sam
- 24-12-2018
A very good observation of any relationship
I enjoyed listening to this book as it was my first book from Alain de Botton. I quite liked his view and accurate observation on different stages of a relationship. going to listen to the next one from him :)
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- Anonymous User
- 03-03-2021
So good! Love the story and narrative.
Loved it! The story, the teachings and the narrative are excellent!! This is the 3rd book from Alain de Botton that I read/ listen and I always love. Clear messages and easy way to learn something so profound like relationships.
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- mariah.stock
- 01-03-2022
Alain De Botton- fav comedian?
Honestly so so funny because of how true, vulnerable and relatable it is. A true joy to listen to
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