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A Handbook of Wisdom is a collection of chapters from some of the most prominent scholars in the field of wisdom research. It gives an in-depth understanding of philosophical, psychological, and religious theories of wisdom and provides the most current synthesis of the research that has been done to define what wisdom is and how it exists in different cultures and peoples. It gives readers interested in past, current, and future inquiry on wisdom an experience that is representative of the diversity of viewpoints that exist in literature and science.
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At a time when poor choices are being made by notably intelligent and powerful individuals, this book analyzes a form of reasoning and decision-making that is not only productive and prudent, but serves as well a beneficial purpose for society. A Handbook of Wisdom includes contributions from some of the most prominent scholars in the field of wisdom research. Written from multiple perspectives, including psychology, philosophy, and religion, this book gives the reader an in-depth understanding of wisdom's past, present, and possible future direction within literature, science, and society.
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