How to Be

In "How to Be," Adam Nicolson explores the origins of Western philosophy, tracing its roots back to the ancient eastern Mediterranean harbour-cities where thinkers first challenged traditional beliefs and pondered life's fundamental questions. Through engaging storytelling, maps, photographs, and artwork, he examines how these early ideas about justice, selfhood, and the nature of the world emerged from a tumultuous age, shaping the bedrock of modern thought. The book offers a compelling look at how these pioneering inquiries continue to influence our understanding of ourselves and the universe.