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The Second Mountain

The Second Mountain

Philosophy & ReligionSelf-Help & Psychology
Pages
384
Published
2019
Language
English

Synopsis

Many people are told to live for a cause greater than themselves, but how does one truly achieve this? David Brooks explores what it means to lead a meaningful life in a world often focused on individual success. He introduces the idea of a 'second mountain'—a journey from self-centered ambition to a life dedicated to others, radiating a profound sense of purpose and joy.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InspiringThought-ProvokingReflectiveIntellectual
Redemption Arc

Genres

Philosophy & Religion Self-Help & Psychology Sociology

About the author

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David Brooks

American journalist, commentator and editor "David Brooks is one of the nation’s leading writers and commentators. He is an op-ed columnist for The New York Times, a writer for The Atlantic, and appears regularly on PBS Newshour. He is the bestselling author of The Second Mountain, The Road to Character, The Social Animal, Bobos in Paradise, and On Paradise Drive." --Penguin Random House