Paul H Aube

A good background

Revisado: 01-02-25

It provides a large historical perspective of French intellectuals and opinions or critiques, not so philosophers in the style of Greek and Asian.

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A must for a Stoic practitioner

Revisado: 06-24-23

Although not a Stoic since Stoicism was not invented then, the fragments influenced Stoicism’s view on the nature of things; what some call “physics”.

Indeed, mysterious, religious/divine, occult for some, but highly meaningful and symbolic, the fragments do present an understanding of the Cosmos and how things behave and become. So one be in harmony with Nature.

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A must with the book

Revisado: 01-20-23

The amount of information is so revealing that one needs to buy the book to review.

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From the mouth of the wise one

Revisado: 01-30-22

It was pleasant to listen to Mr Durant himself. His perspective is worldly and his suggestions quite reasonable for a civil society. Unfortunately, “children” were allowed to influence the path instead of “adults”.

Mr Durant may acknowledge human potential, but he is aware that they are incapable of stability.

Enriching.

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Qualities of a sage

Revisado: 01-03-22

Mr Durant is one of the rare individual presenting human history and life through knowledge, balanced perspective and wisdom. In an era where people loose themselves in technology, popularism, media, medication and ideals, Mr Durant's books has always promoted the human spirit and life - probably 2 concepts describing the very manifestation of our world as a species - wherever they lead us.

According to my appreciation of his work and what small amount of information I know of him, he has the equivalency of a sage through his life and work. His wife merits my praise as well. I am appreciative of my physical book collection and audio-books read by Mr. Gardner.

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For the serious history enthusiast

Revisado: 10-16-21

Granted, at over 50hrs of listening time, this audio book is impressive, but the quantity, diversity and scope of the information provides a large window of understanding. In addition, compared to current history books, this one is biased with personal opinions or social issues. Finally, it is a very good back-up after reading the book.

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A story about Humans and their existence with the cosmos

Revisado: 10-11-20

Much a do about the human experience as a species and its relationship with the universe.

Mr Sagan’s message seems to be that we remain “nice” humans and stay so as we reasonably explore the universe.

Very good for reflecting on our species and what we should or could do to enhance our experience individually and collectively... and universally.

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A Stoic view to risks

Revisado: 08-09-20

Only the last chapter seems to motivate the author’s perspective and mastery in his trade, hence, this book and probably the others. Indeed, there is no accidents nor randomness. Only lack of knowledge, lack of experience, lack of preparations and lack of foresight.

Again, rely on yourself to minimize losses through knowledge of Life and humans. Self-sufficiency reduces fragility and augments robustness.

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Well-rounded book of knowledge

Revisado: 06-20-20

To describe the concept of philosophy in time, place and perspective provides an all-encompassing presentation.

It is a very good reference for the student, but provides plenty to the practitioner.

It proves that philosophy is a human process, granted in different intensity or maturity or orientation, but it is the way to answer those “great questions”.

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Contemporary Heraclitus

Revisado: 06-17-20

Granted, the choice of words and style of speech represents the incredulity of most people, on all sides of the political spectrum. However, the way Mr Carolla expresses himself is similar to ancient philosopher Heraclitus who wrote something like: its right in front of yours eyes yet is blind to it; sleep walkers.

The book is entertaining, personalized (which makes it better) and interesting. I would say “informative”, but not all would understand what is informative in a rant. Put aside your values and listen... its right in front of you.

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