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IF it is true that anyone who thinks is a philosopher, it is equally true that anyone who has thoughts to put forward after careful consideration is entitled to do so, provided he satisfies himself of their appropriateness as to form and content. Moreover, if it is true that happiness is the goal of any mortal man, we are all of us entitled, whatever our particular interests, to think of the best means of attaining happiness; and when we consider that our way may be of some use to others, then it is almost our duty to communicate to the world at large the results of our thought. It is probably such and similar thoughts that prompted the anonymous author of this work to write it. In expressing his opinion he shows great courage and a thorough understanding of the issues involved. As an attempt to solve one of the major problems of philosophy, “The Way to Happiness” deserves praise and careful consideration.
The Way to Happiness for Humanity:
a Modern Philosophy for Everyone. By ” Amator”. Pp. 324. (London: The Good Hope Publishing House, n.d.) 4s. net.
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Philosophy and Psychology. Nature 138, 636 (1936). https://doi.org/10.1038/138636b0
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