The Art of Thinking

Celebrated Spanish philosopher Jose Carlos Ruis brings the wisdom of great philosophers to life in this entertaining guide to sharpening our minds. The witty and empowering international bestseller from celebrated Spanish philosopher Jose Carlos Ruis: how the timeless wisdom of our Great Philosophers helps us uncover truth, find focus and reclaim happiness in an age of misinformation, hype and distraction. Drawing on the ideas of Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Bernoulli, Hobbes, Kant and more, he shows how we can use their timeless insights to become stronger critical thinkers and equip ourselves to find focus in distraction, serenity amid hustle, truth beyond misinformation and self-acceptance out of self-doubt. Highlighting the importance of learning to think well to live well, Ruiz's lively and timely book will stimulate readers' minds and strengthen critical thinking skills.

José Carlos Ruiz holds a PhD in contemporary philosophy, with a focus on hyperindividualism. He studied at the University of Seville and the Sorbonne in Paris and now teaches philosophy at the University of Córdoba and the Faculty of Economics and Management. A leading authority on critical thinking, he has designed courses on visual education and applied philosophy in the classroom. His research explores the philosophy of culture, hypermodern society, and the role of philosophy in everyday life. Ruiz is a frequent contributor to Spanish media and has served as a philosophical advisor on national radio.