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Socrates, Agata, and the Art of Aging with Philosophy

26 Feb 2025

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The book "Socrates, Agata, and the Art of Aging with Philosophy" by Beppe Severgnini explores aging with wisdom. Through the dialogue between Socrates and his granddaughter Agata, Severgnini invites readers to reflect on the passing of time and accept every stage of life. The work criticizes the modern tendency to reject aging, instead proposing to "wear one's age with elegance." The author suggests cultivating patience, kindness, and awareness of one's limits, drawing inspiration from Indian philosophy as well. The book offers an intergenerational perspective, using irony to balance philosophical depth with the lightness of everyday life.

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