An unforgettable fable about a father's journey and a timeless guide to life's many questions --f rom Ethan Hawke, four-time Academy Award nominee, twice for writing and twice for acting. A knight, fearing he may not return from battle, writes a letter to his children in an attempt to leave a record of all he knows. In a series of ruminations on solitude, humility, forgiveness, honesty, courage, grace, pride, and patience, he draws on the ancient teachings of Eastern and Western philosophy, and on the great spiritual and political writings of our time. His intent: to give his children a compass for a journey they will have to make alone, a short guide to what gives life meaning and beauty.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0307962334
ISBN-13
9780307962331
eBay Product ID (ePID)
210352522
Product Key Features
Book Title
Rules for a Knight
Author
Ethan Hawke
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Fantasy / General, Visionary & Metaphysical, Literary
Publication Year
2015
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Fiction
Number of Pages
192 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
6.3 in
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Width
4.3 in
Item Weight
8 Oz
Additional Product Features
Lc Classification Number
Ps3558.A8165r85 2015
Reviews
"Philosophy lovers will enjoy the Eastern and Western philosophical musings, but everyone will enjoy the touching storyline." --Metro, "A guide for living an upright and noble life." --The New Yorker "Hawke ( Ash Wednesday ) pens a heartwarming, medieval tale on ethics... an easy and endearing read, perfect for young and old children alike." --Publishers Weekly "Philosophy lovers will enjoy the Eastern and Western philosophical musings, but everyone will enjoy the touching storyline." --Metro "Hawke's book of wisdom declaring life to be a gift should be pondered." --Booklist "Entertaining and insightful." --The Buffalo News