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An Anthology that Cultivates Resources to Be a Little Less Afraid!
The authors’ masterful anthology is modeled after and invites/welcomes in the readers to their 14 selections, analogous to James’ response of being most delighted with his New Hampshire home that had “14 doors that open outward!” The freedomof an open, warm invitation to come and go as one pleases, Kaag and Van Belle provide a reader-friendly journey through six pairings of topics, as well as referencing two of James’ books. As I read James’ writings, i felt a palpable connection to his deep sensitivities and questions about life. As Kaag and VanBelle write that while James can’t save your life, his handling of difficulties may help you face yours. James was spot-on when he wrote that life is scary, and that’s nothing to be ashamed of! There are lots of religious connections, metaphors, similes, etc, but I especially liked chapter 14’s questioning of “Was your taste consulted in the peopling of the globe? How, then, should it be consulted as to the peopling of the vast City of God?” We must, as the authors write, “be at least tolerant of like claims made by other lives…”This sparked in me to have more empathy, love, tolerance, compassion, and a new vision to understand that what we think/do to the least of them, we have done unto God. Also, James writings promote theme of being less afraid, and the Bible has approximately 365 verses of that very prompting- “Be not afraid!”
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The authors’ masterful anthology is modeled after and invites/welcomes in the readers to their 14 selections, analogous to James’ response of being most delighted with his New Hampshire home that had “14 doors that open outward!” The freedom
An Anthology that Cultivates Resources to Be a Little Less Afraid!
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2023
of an open, warm invitation to come and go as one pleases, Kaag and Van Belle provide a reader-friendly journey through six pairings of topics, as well as referencing two of James’ books. As I read James’ writings, i felt a palpable connection to his deep sensitivities and questions about life. As Kaag and VanBelle write that while James can’t save your life, his handling of difficulties may help you face yours. James was spot-on when he wrote that life is scary, and that’s nothing to be ashamed of! There are lots of religious connections, metaphors, similes, etc, but I especially liked chapter 14’s questioning of “Was your taste consulted in the peopling of the globe? How, then, should it be consulted as to the peopling of the vast City of God?” We must, as the authors write, “be at least tolerant of like claims made by other lives…”This sparked in me to have more empathy, love, tolerance, compassion, and a new vision to understand that what we think/do to the least of them, we have done unto God. Also, James writings promote theme of being less afraid, and the Bible has approximately 365 verses of that very prompting- “Be not afraid!”
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2023
This collection was my first introduction to the works of William James, and what an exceptional guided tour it was! Each piece in the book is preceded by the editors’ comments which help frame the writing as part of a larger narrative. The editors’ deft understanding of William James often yields such an excellent summary in their remarks that reading the following essay is merely reinforcement.
A welcome and digestible perspective shift
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2023
Frequently, philosophical works can be intimidating, but the selection, ordering, and context given by Kaag and van Belle make this accessible and easy to follow.
The direct discussion of the darkest of topics adds refreshing momentum to what could be a subject we’d all rather avoid. This is a good read whether you’re curious about the work of William James, you’re depressed, or you’re in the throes of an existential crisis.
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