Why this book?
- Offers a philosophical and non-ideological look at romantic love.
- Brings together essays by prominent authors in moral philosophy and philosophy of mind in a single volume.
- Helps us understand love beyond literary and mystical clichés.
- Suitable for those interested in applied ethics.
- Arash Naraghi's fluent translation makes the original texts easily accessible.
About the book
The book *On Love* is a collection of philosophical essays selected, translated, and published by Arash Naraghi. The central theme of the book is earthly love, that is, romantic and erotic love between human beings; a love that in the ancient philosophical and mystical tradition was often overshadowed by divine love, but is examined here as an independent and serious subject.
The authors of the essays, including Martha Nussbaum, Robert Solomon, Robert Nozick, and others, each approach love from a different angle: from emotional and ethical analysis to examining the role of love in personal identity and human relationships. These essays show that love is not merely a feeling, but a complex structure of beliefs, values, and commitments.
The book is written for readers interested in moral philosophy, the philosophy of emotions, and reflection on everyday life. Those who wish not only to experience love but also to think about it will benefit from reading this collection.