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Samuel Smiles's 'Character' stands as one of literature's earnest examinations of the moral fiber and personal virtues that underpin a strong society. Fusing didactic prose with narrative exemplars from history, Smiles's treatise delves into the substance of human character, illuminating the power of perseverance, responsibility, and ethical conduct. This work, written during a time when Victorian ethics were scrutinized, contributes to the broader tradition of self-help and positivist literature that emerged from the 19th century, underscoring the belief in self-improvement and progress through individual effort.
A product of its era and deeply ingrained with the values of self-made men, Samuel Smiles was not merely an author, but a reformer and a believer in the industrious spirit. His writings were influenced by the social changes of the Industrial Revolution and the need for guidance amidst the shifting societal structures of Victorian Britain. 'Character' extends from Smiles's philosophy that the individual is the agent of their own success and moral compass, asserting that character molds destiny both personally and communally.
With scholar precision yet accessible language, 'Character' is recommended for those enthralled by historical insight on personal development and the power of virtues. While the text is a vessel of its time, the lessons it promulgates resonate with timeless vitality. It is a must-read for those interested in the roots of self-help literature and the intersections of individual agency within the fabric of society, affording readers not only a window into Victorian ethos but also a mirror reflecting the enduring quest for self-improvement.
© 2022 DigiCat (Rafbók): 8596547366218
Útgáfudagur
Rafbók: 16 september 2022
Klassískar bókmenntir
Samuel Smiles's 'Character' stands as one of literature's earnest examinations of the moral fiber and personal virtues that underpin a strong society. Fusing didactic prose with narrative exemplars from history, Smiles's treatise delves into the substance of human character, illuminating the power of perseverance, responsibility, and ethical conduct. This work, written during a time when Victorian ethics were scrutinized, contributes to the broader tradition of self-help and positivist literature that emerged from the 19th century, underscoring the belief in self-improvement and progress through individual effort.
A product of its era and deeply ingrained with the values of self-made men, Samuel Smiles was not merely an author, but a reformer and a believer in the industrious spirit. His writings were influenced by the social changes of the Industrial Revolution and the need for guidance amidst the shifting societal structures of Victorian Britain. 'Character' extends from Smiles's philosophy that the individual is the agent of their own success and moral compass, asserting that character molds destiny both personally and communally.
With scholar precision yet accessible language, 'Character' is recommended for those enthralled by historical insight on personal development and the power of virtues. While the text is a vessel of its time, the lessons it promulgates resonate with timeless vitality. It is a must-read for those interested in the roots of self-help literature and the intersections of individual agency within the fabric of society, affording readers not only a window into Victorian ethos but also a mirror reflecting the enduring quest for self-improvement.
© 2022 DigiCat (Rafbók): 8596547366218
Útgáfudagur
Rafbók: 16 september 2022
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