Sincerity : How a moral ideal born five hundred years ago inspired religious wars, modern art, hipster chic, and the curious notion that we all have something to say (no matter how dull) Condition:Very Good Winter can last a lifetime

Winter can last a lifetime

Wildly funny and searingly honest

and France

is plotting his downfall

But when a small-time criminal is found dead

Sincerity : How a moral ideal born five hundred years ago inspired religious wars, modern art, hipster chic, and the curious notion that we all have something to say (no matter how dull) Condition:Very Good Winter can last a lifetimePeople have long been duped by "straight talking" politicians, confessional talk show hosts, and fake earnest advertisers. As sincerity has become suspect, the upright and honest have taken refuge in irony. Yet our struggle for authenticity in back to the woods movements, folksy songwriting, and a craving for plainspoken presidential candidatesbetrays our longing for the holy grail of sincerity. Bringing deep historical perspective and a brilliant