Leaving 1203

Told with McCarty’s characteristic wisdom, marvel, exuberance, and good will, Leaving 1203 is about navigating that way through. The author draws on all available resources—friends and strangers, food and laughter, life lessons learned in the very house she now empties, and, not least, her newly-inherited West Highland terrier, Billy. McCarty simultaneously learns and deftly teaches the fine arts of remembering, letting go, and holding on to what matters most. She not only finds the way through, she shows the way.

the greatest gift an author could give a reader… lessons of a universally philosophical and existential kind… a touching journey… a welcome, upbeat ride

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Little Big Minds

Based on McCarty's longtime and ongoing work with child philosophers, Little Big Minds serves as a guide for any adult wanting to converse with children about fifteen essential ideas. Filled with anecdotes, teaching tips, discussion questions, activities, and resources.

something of immense importance... a ray of light... indispensable... inspiring... that central hope...

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Madeleine Mudd
How Philosophy Can Save Your Life

What ten ideas, if better understood, would make for a good life? Those showcased in How Philosophy Can Save Your Life! Selections of prose and poetry, music and movies enhance discussion and reflection of the ten: simplicity, belonging, serenity....

Stimulating... enjoyable... moving... life-changing...

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Madeleine Mudd
The Philosopher's Table

Travel around the world at home, gathered round your dinner table! Breaking bread over good conversation, dining philosophers discuss topics as they explore 12 regions.
Thinking, talking, cooking, listening. Light the candles.

enchanting... a feast... clear, thoughtful, musical, sensory... 

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Madeleine Mudd