Why in the World Are We Here?
Young Philosophers Series
by Clare-Rose Trevelyan
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Pub Date Dec 13 2023 | Archive Date Apr 08 2024
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Description
Eia and Whhat had spent as long as they could remember trying to figure out why in the world they were here in the world. One day, they got so sick of wondering that they hopped onto a rickety raft and set sail across the ocean in search of answers. Finally, after many moon-suns had passed, Whhat spotted an island. After touring The Island of Fun, they were satisfied that the meaning of life was to have fun. Resolved, they returned to their raft and headed home. But on the way, they got lost.
Join Eia and Whhat as they tour the islands of Fun, Progress, Love, Creation, Nothing, Now, Power, Destruction, Me, and Healing, and have a go at creating your own island too, as you and your family muse over the various meanings of life. Are there more meanings, more islands? Could we belong to more than one island? Do we go to different islands at different times in our life? How should we live life and why?
For this book, the author, Clare-Rose Trevelyan, invited nine artists to each create a different island, its history, geography and people: Cassandra King (The Island of Fun), Danica Chappell (Progress), Honor Bradbeer (Love), María Medem Pérez (Creation), Antoine Nogueira (Nothing), Emil Toonen (Now), Patrick Sluiter (Power), Alexander Esenarro Santafe (Destruction), Yongho Moon (Me and Healing).
Why in the World Are We Here? is part of the Young Philosophers Series dedicated to listening to and valuing children as natural philosophers. These unconventional and creative books are designed to get children’s imaginations flowing.
HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
1. Read the story and keep in mind questions about the meaning of your life, what matters to you and exactly how you'd like to live your own life.
2. Choose your favourite island as if you yourself were paddling around a huge LAKE in a theme park and choosing where you would live of all the places. Keep all your thoughts in a journal.
3. Go to the back of the book to make your own island, complete with law, currency, a motto, flag and a historic story of how your island came to be.
4. Create as many islands or places within your island as you like, and you perhaps may start to wonder about who in your life would live on which island, or wonder about if life itself has any meaning at all, or if indeed perhaps you are to make up your own meaning?
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9781925864373 |
| PRICE | $5.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 130 |
Links
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Featured Reviews
Piper P, Reviewer
Clare-Rose Trevelyan's "Why in the World Are We Here?" is a thought-provoking journey into the deepest recesses of the human psyche, where questions of existence and purpose loom large. In this insightful and introspective book, Trevelyan invites readers to ponder life's most profound mysteries and to seek meaning amidst the chaos of the universe.
At its core, "Why in the World Are We Here?" is a meditation on the human condition and the quest for understanding in an uncertain world. Trevelyan's writing is contemplative and philosophical, as she grapples with age-old questions that have puzzled humanity for centuries. From the nature of consciousness to the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe, her exploration of these topics is both illuminating and challenging.
One of the book's greatest strengths lies in its accessibility. Trevelyan's prose is clear and concise, making complex philosophical concepts accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Whether you're a seasoned philosopher or simply a curious seeker, there's something here to spark your imagination and provoke deeper reflection on the nature of existence.
Moreover, "Why in the World Are We Here?" is filled with wisdom and insight gleaned from a lifetime of introspection and inquiry. Trevelyan draws on a rich tapestry of religious, spiritual, and philosophical traditions to inform her exploration of existential questions, offering readers a diverse range of perspectives to consider. Her writing is imbued with a sense of humility and openness, as she acknowledges the limitations of human understanding while embracing the mysteries of the universe.
That being said, some readers may find themselves wishing for a bit more structure and organization in the book's presentation. While Trevelyan's ideas are undeniably thought-provoking, there are moments when the narrative meanders and lacks clear direction, requiring readers to piece together the overarching themes and arguments on their own.
In conclusion, "Why in the World Are We Here?" is a compelling and engaging read that challenges readers to confront life's biggest questions with courage and curiosity. Clare-Rose Trevelyan's blend of insight, wisdom, and humility makes for a thought-provoking exploration of existence and purpose that is sure to linger in the mind long after the final page is turned. Whether you're seeking answers to life's mysteries or simply looking to deepen your understanding of the human experience, this book is sure to leave a lasting impression.
