Reflecting on the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom in higher education, this insightful treatise considers the roots and philosophical underpinnings of the university education as the path to mindful living. Peter Milward shares his sage thoughts on a wide range of subjects, including philosophy, science, nature, art, religion, and finding one's place in the world. Thought-provoking and uplifting, Wisdom and the Well-Rounded Life is an excellent foundation for anyone seeking a well-rounded education and an enriching life.
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Peter Milward is a Jesuit priest, literary scholar, and author of a number of volumes on Shakespearean drama. He is professor emeritus of English literature at Sophia University in Tokyo, where he was director of the Renaissance Centre and for many years a leading figure in scholarship on English Renaissance literature.
It is truly a rewarding read for anyone interested in education and the history of Western thought. --catholicnewsagency.com on 2/5/10
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