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Titles in This Set
The Courage to Be Disliked
The Courage to Be Happy
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789123858774
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Age Range: Adult
Overview
This two-book paperback set brings together the international phenomenon The Courage to Be Disliked and its sequel The Courage to Be Happy, both by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga. Presented as accessible dialogues between a philosopher and a young man, the pair distil Alfred Adler's psychology of courage into practical, everyday wisdom. Millions of readers have used these companion titles to build self-acceptance, healthier relationships, and lasting happiness, making this collection an ideal introduction to Adlerian thinking.
About the Book(s)
The Courage to Be Disliked began as a Japanese sensation and grew into a global bestseller, introducing Western readers to the largely overlooked ideas of psychologist Alfred Adler. Structured as a flowing conversation between a wise philosopher and a doubtful young man, the book unpacks a liberating idea: that we are each free to determine our own lives once we let go of past trauma, others' expectations, and the exhausting need to please everyone around us. It shows how developing the courage to be disliked can, paradoxically, become the foundation of genuine self-respect and connection.
The Courage to Be Happy continues the conversation, returning to the same philosopher-and-student format to explore what comes after self-acceptance: real, sustainable happiness. The philosopher walks the young man through the "psychology of courage" in greater depth, showing how reframing our assumptions about relationships, community, and contribution can transform ordinary life. Together the two books form a complete arc — from unlearning limiting beliefs to building the confidence and relationships that create day-to-day contentment. Their conversational style makes dense psychological theory feel immediate and usable, which is a major reason both titles have resonated so strongly with readers who might otherwise find philosophy intimidating.
- Two complete, bestselling titles in matching paperback editions
- Written as engaging dialogues, not dense theory — easy to read cover to cover
- Introduces Adlerian psychology, a respected but often overlooked school of thought
- Builds a natural progression from self-acceptance to lasting happiness
- Practical tools for relationships, boundaries, and everyday confidence
- A thoughtful gift for graduates, book clubs, and personal-development readers
About the Author
Ichiro Kishimi is a Japanese philosopher based in Kyoto who has studied Classical Western and Adlerian psychology since 1989, lecturing, counselling, and translating Alfred Adler's writing into Japanese. Fumitake Koga is an award-winning writer who spent years visiting Kishimi in Kyoto to absorb his teachings before shaping their conversations into the dialogue format used across both books. Together they have sold millions of copies internationally, becoming recognised voices in accessible modern psychology writing.
Why You'll Love This Collection
Read together, these two paperbacks offer a complete, satisfying arc from self-understanding to genuine happiness, in the same warm, conversational voice throughout. It's an ideal starter set for anyone curious about practical philosophy, and a thoughtful gift for readers ready for real change.
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