Admirable...his book gains a novelistic richness. * The Guardian * "An engaging wealth of personal detail woven into each philosopher's quest for wisdom ... Refreshing ...an ideal book to dip into before another night of sleepless worry." * Prospect * "A vivid set of philosophical tales . . . a fresh treatment of subjects who are often served up stale." * The Economist * Endlessly rich . . . An earnest, wistful collection of biographical sketches of a dozen preeminent 'lovers of wisdom' * The Wall Street Journal * A set of beautifully written and richly informative mini-biographies of a dozen philosophers... Each of them is a little gem in its own right. * A.C. Grayling * Engaging... an ideal book to dip into. * Prospect * Excellent... [James Miller] is to be commended for leaving behind the sterile practices of his colleagues and speaking to civilian readers. * Alain de Botton, for the New Statesman * Pitch-perfect ... Miller's prose is insightful, anecdotal, warm, and nuanced. * irish times * Relevant, interesting, and accessible... Miller's deep knowledge of his subject is matched by a passion to share what he knows with others. * Scotsman * 'Beautifully written, full of anecdotes and interesting historical facts, this is an inspiring read.' * The Good Book Guide *