Lost in the Cosmos by Walker Percy
The Last Self-Help Book
The book is a satirical self-help guide that explores the human condition and our place in the universe through a series of thought experiments, quizzes, and essays. It delves into topics such as existentialism, semiotics, philosophy, science, and religion, all with a humorous twist. The book challenges readers to examine their lives, their beliefs, and their perceptions of reality, ultimately suggesting that we are all a little lost in the cosmos.
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- Published
- 1983
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 262
- Original Language
- English
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(4.5)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 150 Great Reads (The Spokesman-Review Spokane Chronicle )
- The 50 Best Books of the Century (Intercollegiate Studies Institute)