The Art of Losing Control

Compelling . . . His sensitivity as a thinker, like his skill as a storyteller, is never in doubt * * Guardian * *
An original and outstanding investigation into a poorly understood but central experience in all our lives. Jules Evans is brave, honest and wise - a great companion and guide on a fascinating journey -- CASPAR HENDERSON, author of The Book of Barely Imagined Beings
A captivating exploration of humanity's journey toward self-transcendence * * Prospect * *
In keeping with the ecstatic experience itself, this is a wild, wondrous, wide-eyed journey, and Evans has convinced me at least that it's a trip worth taking * * Psychologist * *
Fascinating stuff . . . Evans is a natural storyteller and his honesty about his own experience is refreshing and disarming . . . A smart book that delivers on entertainment as well. Evans takes his subject matter seriously but delivers his investigations in an endlessly amusing and eye-opening manner * * Big Issue * *
Compelling and interesting . . . Evans' honesty, humour and wisdom allow this book to stand out from the crowd . . . Every page offers a new perspective and idea on ways to address our emotions. It's a book to keep returning to, filled with highly memorable words of wisdom * * Student Newspaper * *
An important book, because it reminds us philosophy is not just about analysis. It's also about the good life -- MATTHEW SYED * * The Times on Philosophy for Life * *
Instructive and thought-provoking . . . shows philosophy is not just for stuffy classrooms * * Financial Times on Philosophy for Life * *
A revelation * * Observer on Philosophy for Life * *
Brilliant and timely -- TOM HODGKINSON on Philosophy for Life