David Flusfeder
Luck: A Personal Account of Fortune, Chance and Risk in Thirteen Investigations
Luck: A Personal Account of Fortune, Chance and Risk in Thirteen Investigations
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Luck is a fascinating, enchanting, and personal look at the meaning of luck and how it has shaped our shared history and continues to inflect our day-to-day lives. David Flusfeder sets out on a quest to investigate some victors of luck and those who were defeated by it, confronting who we are and how we might choose to live.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
A captivating, enchanting, and deeply personal exploration of the enigmatic concept of luck, and its profound impact on our collective past and present existence.
What does it truly mean to be fortunate? How can we navigate the treacherous waters of misfortune and harness the power of good luck to our advantage? Is there a tangible essence of luck itself?
To unravel these profound inquiries, David Flusfeder embarks on a remarkable journey that spans across the globe and traverses through the annals of history. From the frozen landscapes of Siberia to the opulent grandeur of Versailles, from his father's harrowing experiences during World War II in Poland to the philosophical musings of Nietzsche atop the volcanic slopes of Vesuvius, Flusfeder delves into the lives of both those who have been blessed by luck and those who have faced its cruel sting.
As we accompany him on this captivating odyssey, we are forced to confront our own identities and contemplate the choices that shape our lives. Through his insightful narratives and thought-provoking insights, Flusfeder offers us a profound reflection on the human condition and the intricate interplay between luck, fate, and our own agency.
“Thrilling, intelligent, and wilfully unique … I loved it!” – James Runcie, author of “The Great Passion”
“Ruminative … page-turning” – The Times Literary Supplement (TLS)
“Fascinating … An eminently enjoyable and engrossing page-turner” – The Jewish Chronicle
Weight: 216g
Dimension: 128 x 199 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008245276
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