On Reflection: Looking for Life's Meaning

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In On Reflection Richard Holloway thinks back on some of the questions that have shaped his life, sharing the wisdom of poets, writers, musicians and artists he has encountered along the way.

How can we forgive Where does creativity come from How can we face loss and death How can we live a good life How do we find beauty in the world and heal divisions How does a society move forward
In beautiful prose, and with care and joy, Richard Holloway offers his reflections on how a good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge.

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'Reading Holloway is like taking a long walk in the countryside - afterwards, you understand the world better, you feel less lonely' - ELIF SHAFAK, Guardian
'Open-hearted and wide-minded . . . Holloway's commentary will indubitably bring a crumb of comfort to many readers' - Scotsman
'Elegant, elegiac and thought-provoking' - Observer
'Thoughtful, playful, courageous and deeply altruistic . . . a fine companion for anyone who wishes to live a life of any depth' - A.L. KENNEDY

Author Bio

Richard Holloway was Bishop of Edinburgh and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church. A former Gresham Professor of Divinity and Chairman of the Joint Board of the Scottish Arts Council and Scottish Screen, he is a fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. His books include On Forgiveness, Looking in the Distance, The Heart of Things, Stories We Tell Ourselves, Waiting for the Last Bus and Leaving Alexandria, which won the PEN/Ackerley Prize 2013 and was shortlisted for the Orwell Prize 2013. Richard Holloway has written for many newspapers in Britain, including The Times, Guardian, Observer, Herald and the Scotsman. He has also presented many series for BBC television and radio.