Introduction to the Philosophy of Leisure

• Utgivningsdatum: 2025-06-20
• Mått: 152 x 229 x 8 mm
• Vikt: 259 g
• Format: Häftad
• Språk: Engelska
• Antal sidor: 156
• Förlag: Broadview Press Ltd
• ISBN: 9781554816743

• Filosofiska discipliner

<p>“In <em>An Introduction to the Philosophy of Leisure</em>, Jason Holt thoughtfully traces the historical roots of leisure studies, aligns leisure with related concepts, and, most importantly, situates leisure within a global, modern context. The book equips readers with the tools to engage in self-reflexive inquiry about how leisure relates to living a meaningful and authentic life. This is, without doubt, the introductory text on leisure that students should be reading today.” — Erin Sharpe, Brock University</p><p>“Holt makes a compelling case for leisure as a vital, yet often overlooked, foundation for the good life. Leisure—like its companion, play—is shown to be central to freedom, authenticity, and meaning. Drawing from both Western and non-Western traditions, this engaging and accessible book offers instructors and students a compelling overview of the topic.” — Alexander Sager, Portland State University</p><p>“In less than 140 pages Holt covers a lot of ground, makes a compelling argument, and leaves the reader with further questions to consider but also clear direction in how to embark on their own path to cultivating meaningful leisure, in their own lives, and how one might assist in doing so in the lives of others.” — Justin Harmon, in <em>Leisure Studies </em></p><p>“Holt’s volume would enrich a wide range of philosophy courses, including those on well-being and the good life, the meaning of life, the philosophy of work and labor, and other areas concerned with human flourishing. It is both a scholarly contribution and an inviting entry point for students who might never have considered leisure as a serious philosophical topic.… By combining conceptual precision with historical sensitivity and cross-cultural insight, Holt defends leisure as a serious subject of philosophical inquiry while making the field’s key debates accessible to undergraduates. Most importantly, he reminds readers that leisure is not a mindless escape from the monotony of work, but a central component of a life well lived.” — Hadley Cooney, in <em>Teaching Philosophy </em></p>

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