Episode · EconTalk · 2020-11-23
Books mentioned on Daniel Haybron on Happiness
Philosopher and author Daniel Haybron of St. Louis University talks about his book, Happiness, with EconTalk host Russ Roberts.
Russ Roberts discussed The Theory of Moral Sentiments by Adam Smith. Daniel Haybron recommended Meditations by Aurelius Marcus.
Books mentioned, in the order they came up
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The Theory of Moral Sentiments
The Theory of Moral Sentiments by Adam Smith is a seminal 1759 work of moral philosophy that examines the psychological foundations of human judgment, empathy, and social order.
Discussed“but a variant on that uh smith uh said in in the theory of moral sentiments quote if the chief part of human happiness arises from the consciousness of being beloved as i believe it does those sudden changes of fortune seldom contribute much to happiness”
Where to get it
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Meditations
Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is a collection of personal journals and philosophical reflections written by the Roman emperor, offering timeless insights on Stoic philosophy, personal virtue, and resilience.
Recommended“having them read aristotle having them read i mean the stoics uh um you know after going through some really kind of irritating committee work as i got out of my marcus aurelius um into meditations you know the stoic emperor of rome and uh there's a lot of wisdom in there”
Where to get it
Other mentions in this episode (2) — ad reads, self-promotion and passing references, never counted
Plugged Happiness
“he's the author of happiness a very short introduction which is our topic for today”
Passing Happiness
“my guest today has been daniel haber and his book is happiness a very short introduction”