Book Review: How to Be Unlucky

And why you should read The Consolation of Philosophy.

How to Be Unlucky is three things at once. A personal memoir, a study guide for Beothius’ The Consolation of Philosophy with practical teaching tips, and a reflection on the purpose of life. It weaves these elements into a competent rope that tugs the reader along at a good pace, all while allowing reflection on the deeper themes the author brings up.

At a minimum, the book made me want to read The Consolation of Philosophy, one of the classics of the Western canon. That alone makes the book worthwhile. It always points toward something better than itself while still shining with its own luster.