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"Bruce Brander has written an absolutely splendid book which highlights the many
problems associated with a culture that primarily thinks of love in the context
of fleeting romantic attractions." —Stephen G. Post, Case Western
Reserve University
This original, highly readable book poses a clear distinction between our
customary form of love, which almost guarantees failure, and higher, more generous
ways of loving that can succeed and enrich both individuals and society as
a whole. Love That Works draws on history, psychology, and the theology and
science of love to offer a proposal on how to be successful in love and romance.
It starts by showing why love fails to meet expectations, often ending sadly
or even tragically. It offers fresh insights on:
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- How to know what love is and if you're really in love
- Understanding romance (eros), friendship (philia), and altruism (agape)
- Love that leads to spiritual health and emotional well-being
- Love "problems" related to the general disintegration of our
culture
"I have over thirty books in my personal library that deal with some
aspect of love and without any exaggeration this is one of the finest I have
read. . . . This book will become required reading for my students. I know
that anybody who wants to experience love at deeper, richer, and more meaningful
levels will clearly benefit from this wonderful and much-needed book."—Gary
J. Oliver, executive director of The Center for Marriage and Family Studies.
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