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First published around 1900. "The articles that are printed in this book made what was in my opinion the most important, the most constructive, series on a single subject that Good Housekeeping has published in the quarter century and more that I was its editor. And they might so easily never have been written--just a little item in a newspaper missed, or its significance overlooked, and these sincere and helpful articles would still be locked up in the minds and hearts of the men and wome...

In "Be Good To Yourself," Orison Swett Marden delivers a compelling exploration of self-care, resilience, and personal growth through a blend of motivational prose and practical advice. Marden employs an accessible yet impactful literary style, drawing on anecdotes, philosophical reflections, and the principles of positive thinking inherent to the late 19th-century New Thought movement. This book emerges as a beacon of empowerment, challenging readers to prioritize their well-being while c...

The Humanness of Women: Theory and Practice of Feminism gathers Charlotte Perkins Gilman's incisive essays and sketches into a powerful argument for women's full social, economic, and intellectual personhood. Written in a lucid, polemical style that blends satire, social science, and moral urgency, the collection belongs to the Progressive Era tradition of reform writing while anticipating later feminist analyses of gender as a social construction. Gilman examines marriage, labor, motherho...

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Arnold Bennett (1867-1931) was a self-designated English novelist. He wrote an astonishing quantity in a great variety of genres but also created a broad range of themes and characters. Winning a literary competition in "Tit-Bits" magazine in 1889 was the kick-off to his literary career. The early novels of Bennett played a significant role in the transition from the Victorian to the modern novel. A contemporary of Henry James, Joseph Conrad, and Thomas Hardy, he helped to develop the real...

We often look upon poised and polished individuals as possessing some inborn trait that allows them to sail through any situation with grace and ease. But in truth, poise can be consciously cultivated, just like any other good habit. In this guide, the author sets forth a series of simple and easy-to-follow instructions that will have you brimming with poise, charm, and self-confidence in no time at all.

In "Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked," S. Weir Mitchell presents a compelling examination of the physical and mental strains of modern life, drawing on both medical insights and literary flair. Through a rich tapestry of narrative and analysis, Mitchell discusses the psychological toll of overwork and the societal expectations that contribute to chronic fatigue and mental distress. His eloquent prose serves not only to enlighten but also to persuade readers to consider their lif...

Are you beset by anxiety? If so, you're not alone. Today, millions of people suffer from this mental affliction. In Why Worry?, author George Lincoln Walton gets to the bottom of this problem, discovering the root causes that often underlie chronic anxiety and offering readers plenty of practical tips to help ensure that you can say goodbye to the anxiety trap for good.

Philosopher and Management Coach Rittik Chandra’s "The Power of Simplicity" explains that the spirit of simplicity is a great magician. Simplicity is a state of mind. It dwells in the main intention of our lives. A man is simple when his chief care is the wish to be what he ought to be, that is, honestly and naturally human. And this is neither so easy nor as impossible as one might think. At bottom, it consists in putting our acts and aspirations in accordance with the law of our being, a...

A modern guide to the timeless rules of good behaviorIn the years since its publication in the late nineteenth century, How to Behave has taught thousands of men and women how to build a strong, noble character and demonstrate model behavior in any situation. Now, in this updated edition of Samuel R. Wells's classic work, you, too, can manifest the traits and manners characteristic of a simpler era. At the heart of Wells's timeless tips, y...

This edition includes the following editor's analysis: Orison Swett Marden's philosophy and literary styleAre you in need of some motivation? Struggling to think positively about work? Or maybe just feeling lazy? If so, “He Can Who Thinks He Can”is the book for you. Written by Orison Swett Marden in 1908, this book is a collection of essays on success and achieving your goals. Actually, “He Can who Thinks He Can” is also a treaty on happiness, originality, luc...