Why Friendship Matters: Selected Writings

This anthology explores different aspects of friendship, including its strength, challenges, and complexities, through writings from classic authors across three centuries. It is part of the Macmillan Collectors Library and is edited and introduced by Michèle Mendelssohn. The collection offers insights into the enduring value of friendship and its significance in our lives.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 29 October 2020
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Some friendships are truly worth celebrating, while others can be quite challenging to navigate. Additionally, some friendships require a bit of tender love and care to thrive. This anthology offers a comprehensive exploration of all facets of friendship, presented by some of the most beloved classic authors.

Part of the Macmillan Collectors Library, this series features stunning pocket-sized classics that make for perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. The edition is edited and introduced by writer, academic, and historian Michèle Mendelssohn.

Why Friendship Matters is an inspiring collection that spans three centuries of writing and includes renowned authors like Michel de Montaigne, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Jane Austen. Readers will also discover lesser-known gems, such as American writer Audre Lorde's reflections on her high school friendships and playwright Alice E. Ives' exploration of the friendship between women.

Contributors from various parts of the world come together to celebrate and investigate the multifaceted nature of friendship. They explore the strength of its bonds, the potential for hurt, and the deep emotional connections that form between friends.

This anthology offers a rich and diverse perspective on the complexities of friendship, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the importance of these relationships in our lives. Whether you're a seasoned reader or someone new to classic literature, this collection is sure to captivate and inspire you.

Weight: 162g
Dimension: 102 x 156 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529032659