A Truth Telling Manual And The Art Of Worldly Wisdom: Being A Collection Of The Aphorisms Which Appear In The Works Of Baltasar Gracian (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432586508)

""A Truth Telling Manual And The Art Of Worldly Wisdom: Being A Collection Of The Aphorisms Which Appear In The Works Of Baltasar Gracian"" is a book written by Baltasar Gracian, a Spanish Jesuit and philosopher, that compiles a selection of his most famous aphorisms. The book is divided into two parts: the first part is a manual on how to tell the truth effectively and the second part is a collection of Gracian's aphorisms, which cover a wide range of topics including human nature, politics, and morality. The book is written in a concise and straightforward style, making it accessible to readers of all levels. Gracian's aphorisms are known for their wit, wisdom, and insight, and have been praised by many famous writers and thinkers. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in philosophy, ethics, or the art of communication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Baltasar Gracian
ISBN-10: 1432586505
ISBN-13: 9781432586508
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d