Search -
The Philosopher and the Wolf: Lessons from the Wild on Love, Death, and Happiness
The Philosopher and the Wolf Lessons from the Wild on Love Death and Happiness Author:Mark Rowlands Mark Rowlands was a young philosophy professor searching for life's "greater meaning." Shortly after arriving at the University of Alabama, he noticed a classified ad in the local paper advertising wolf cubs for sale, and decided he had to investigate, if only out of curiosity. It was love at first sight, and the bond that grew bet... more »ween philosopher and wolf reaffirmed for Mark the incredible relationships that exist between man and animal.
When Mark welcomed his new companion, Brenin, into his home, it quickly became apparent that Brenin was never to be left alone, as the consequences to Mark's house and its contents were dire. As a result, Brenin and Mark went everywhere together -- from his classroom lectures to rugby games, to Ireland, England and even France. More than just an exotic pet, Brenin exerted an immense influence on Rowlands, both as a person and, strangely enough, as a philosopher, leading him to re-evaluate his attitude towards love, happiness, nature, death, and the true meaning of companionship. By turns charming and moving, this life-affirming book will make you reappraise what it means to be human.« less