The Uses of Pessimism and the Danger of False Hope

By Roger Scruton

Book Overview

Optimism is fundamental to the human spirit and has sparked innovation across the centuries, but does it have a dark side? Renowned philosopher and author Roger Scruton argues that unchecked optimism... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1848872003
• ISBN13: 9781848872004
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Atlantic Books
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 0.9" x 5.8"