In the book ‘Art as Therapy’ two authorities on popular culture – philosopher, essayist, and School of Life founder Alain de Botton, in collaboration with one of the world’s finest philosophical art historians, John Armstrongreveal – reveal the ways in which art can enhance mood and enrich lives. Now available in paperback
This passionate, thought-provoking, often funny, and always-accessible book proposes a new way of looking at art, suggesting that it can be useful, relevant, and therapeutic. Through practical examples, the world-renowned authors argue that certain great works of art have clues as to how to manage the tensions and confusions of modern life. With chapters on love, nature, money, and politics show how art can help with many common difficulties, from forging good relationships to coming to terms with mortality.
