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In "Does It Matter?", Alan Watts presents a collection of essays that dissect the paradoxes of contemporary culture. He argues that civilized society often mistakes symbols for reality, leading people to value money over true wealth and to prioritize superficial choices over deeper fulfillment. Watts, known for his work on mysticism and Eastern philosophy, shifts focus to practical concerns—economics, technology, clothing, cooking, and housing—to illuminate how these everyday domains shape human experience.
First publish date: February 12, 1971
Genre: Philosophy/Ethics
Authors: Alan Watts
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