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Tom Hodgkinson
Tom Hodgkinson is a British writer and the editor of The Idler magazine, which he established in 1993 with his friend Gavin Pretor-Pinney. His philosophy, in his published books and articles, is of a relaxed approach to life, enjoying it as it comes rather than toiling for an imagined better future. The Idler was named after a series of essays written by Dr Johnson from 1758 to 1760.
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- How to be Idle
- How to be Free
- An Idler
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- His philosophy, in his published books and articles, is of a relaxed approach to life, enjoying it as it comes rather than toiling for an imagined better future.
- The Idler was named after a series of essays written by Dr Johnson from 1758 to 1760.
- Tom Hodgkinson is the founder/editor of the Idler magazine and the author of 'How to be Idle', 'How to be Free' and 'An Idler's Manual'.
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Tom Hodgkinson: Bloomsbury Publishing (US) - BloomsburyTom Hodgkinson is a British writer and the co-founder and editor of the Idler magazine, which publishes on a bi-monthly basis. The Idler company also produces online courses and runs live events. Tom is also the author of the bestselling How to be Idle (2005),Tom Hodgkinson (Author of How to Be Idle)Tom Hodgkinson (b. 1968) is a British writer and the editor of The Idler, which he established in 1993 with his friend Gavin Pretor-Pinney. He was educat...Tom Hodgkinson | Penguin Random HouseTom Hodgkinson is the founder and editor of The Idler and the bestselling author of How to be Idle, How to Be Free, The Idle Parent, and Brave Old World. In 2011, he and his partner, Victoria, launched...Tom Hodgkinson books and biography | WaterstonesExplore books by Tom Hodgkinson with our selection at <strong>Waterstones.com</strong>. Click and Collect from your local Waterstones or get FREE UK delivery on orders over £25.
