Fallen Leaves

Description

Praised by The Wall Street Journal as “revelatory,” *Fallen Leaves* is the final and most personal work from Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian Will Durant, uncovered thirty-two years after his death.

This book is the result of Durant’s over sixty years of exploring the philosophies, religions, arts, sciences, and civilizations around the globe. It captures the distilled wisdom of one of history’s greatest thinkers, who was renowned for making complex ideas from the past accessible to everyone. Throughout his career, Durant received countless letters from curious readers asking him to share his thoughts on the timeless questions of human existence. With *Fallen Leaves*, his last book, he finally responded.

In just twenty-two short chapters, Durant delves into topics ranging from youth and old age to religion, morals, sex, war, politics, and art. *Fallen Leaves* offers a compelling mix of elegant prose and profound insights, presenting Durant’s reflections on the perennial issues and greatest joys of human life. In his distinctive voice, Durant provides a thoughtful guide for anyone seeking meaning or the wisdom of a learned friend on life’s journey.