Harvard Classics, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Name: Harvard Classics, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)
Author: Charles William Eliot
ISBN: 9781330256985

Charles William Eliot

9781330256985: Harvard Classics, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 1330256980 ISBN 13: 9781330256985

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Timeless reflections on character, friendship, and living well from the early 18th century

This edition presents thoughtful essays on virtue, conduct, and the duties of intimate relationships. It offers practical guidance on choosing friends, balancing authority with kindness, and practicing humility in daily life. The writing aims to help readers align actions with inner conscience and live with steadiness amid worldly change.

Across topics from marriage and friendship to governance and social behavior, the passages emphasize integrity, restraint, and the power of a settled mind. The text invites readers to consider how choices about wealth, power, and influence shape character and the common good.

Clear discussions of friendship, virtue, and honest conduct in daily life

Guidance on choosing companions, family relationships, and treating others with respect

Thoughtful critiques of pride, conformity, and luxury in society

Practical principles for self-restraint, gratitude, and social responsibility

Ideal for readers of classic moral philosophy, self-improvement, and early modern thought.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1330256980
ISBN 13: 9781330256985
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 401

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Charles William Eliot

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ISBN 10: 1330256980 ISBN 13: 9781330256985

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an intimate and insightful journey through the life of a man who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most celebrated figures of his era. The author recounts his childhood in Boston, his early struggles as an apprentice printer, and his eventual escape to Philadelphia, where he would make his fortune and his mark on history. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and political landscape of colonial America, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities that shaped the lives of its citizens. Filled with charming anecdotes and reflections on his own character, the author reveals his evolving philosophy, marked by a deep respect for hard work, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to public service. This captivating narrative offers readers a window into the mind of a remarkable man whose legacy continues to inspire generations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330256985_0

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