Who among us has not at some point asked, ``what is the meaning of life?'' In this extraordinary book, an eminent social scientist looks at the big picture and explores what empirical studies from diverse fields tell us about the human condition. MEANINGS OF LIFE draws together evidence from psychology, history, anthropology, and sociology, integrating copious research findings into a clear and conclusive discussion of how people attempt to make sense of their lives. In a lively and accessible style, emphasizing facts over theories, Baumeister explores why people desire meaning in their lives, how these meanings function, what forms they take, and what happens when life loses meaning. It is the most comprehensive examination of the topic to date.
- ISBN10 089862763X
- ISBN13 9780898627633
- Publish Date 25 September 1991
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 3 December 2012
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Guilford Publications
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 426
- Language English