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Title: Insightful and Inspiring
Review: Alain De Botton's book "The Consolation of Philosophy" is excellent. It is easy to read because of De Botton's lucid style, droll sense of humor and useful illustrations. But his gifts as a writer should not be underestimated. He takes the great philosophers, who are often difficult to understand, and brings them to life. For example, his chapter on frustration and the philosopher Seneca is brilliant. What's more, De Botton's work is not only edifying; it is humanizing. So, the book is inspiring as well as informative. De Botton's work is a great read.
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