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Lessons in Life; A Series of Familiar Essays
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Holland, J. G. (Josiah Gilbert), 1819-1881.
- Language:
- English
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : multiple file formats
- Place of Publication:
- Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
- Summary:
- "Lessons in Life; A Series of Familiar Essays" by J. G. Holland is a collection of essays written during the mid-19th century. The book reflects on various aspects of life, philosophy, and human behavior, aiming to present thoughtful and practical insights regarding everyday questions that influence both men and women. It begins by addressing the nature of moods and how they affect our ability to work and interact with others, emphasizing the importance of willpower over fleeting feelings. The opening of the collection sets a contemplative tone as the author shares personal reflections on the impact of seasons and moods on productivity and creativity. Holland recalls moments from his childhood to illustrate the allure of nature and the challenges of focusing on tasks amidst distractions. He challenges the romantic notion of the moody artist, advocating instead for the power of discipline and regularity in achieving success in any endeavor. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, philosophical inquiry, and observations about society, the author suggests that moods can and should be controlled, thereby laying the groundwork for the essays that follow in exploring deeper life lessons. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Contents:
- Moods and frames of mind
- Bodily imperfections and impediments
- Animal content
- Reproduction in kind
- Truth and truthfulness
- Mistakes of penance
- The rights of woman
- American public education
- Perverseness
- Undeveloped resources
- Greatness in littleness
- Rural life
- Repose
- The ways of charity
- Men of one idea
- Shying people
- Faith in humanity
- Sore sots and sensitive spots
- The influence of praise
- Unnecessary burdens
- Proper people and perfect people
- The poetic test
- The food of life
- Half-finished work.
- Credits:
- Produced by Distributed Proofreaders
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
- Release date is 2005-09-01
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