Political Philosophy · Philosophical Canon
The Conquest of Happiness
This book is a philosophical treatise that examines the psychological and social causes of human unhappiness and proposes methods for achieving a more contented life. It argues that unhappiness stems from factors such as envy, fear of public opinion, and social competition, while happiness can be cultivated through zest, affection, and impersonal interests. The work is historically significant as an early 20th-century exploration of practical philosophy and social psychology applied to individual well-being.
- Language
- en
- Rights
- Public domain in the United States. First published London: George Allen & Unwin, 1930; the 95-year term expired on 1 January 2026. The copy held here came from Project Gutenberg ebook #77894, released 2026-02-09, which states "Public domain in the USA". Russell died in 1970, so the work remains in copyright until 2041 in life-plus-seventy countries, including the United Kingdom where it was first published.
- Source
- https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/77894/pg77894-images.html
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