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Essays Toward Living
Hardcover
PhilosophyLetters & EssaysGeneral Education
ISBN13: 9781025638218
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 422
Weight: 1.69
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Essays Toward Living is a compelling collection of prose curated to explore the depth of the human experience and the principles of a meaningful life. Edited by esteemed scholars Albert C. Baugh and Norman Egbert McClure, this anthology gathers diverse viewpoints on ethics, education, and the cultivation of character. The work serves as an intellectual guide, bridging the gap between literary study and the practical application of philosophical thought to everyday existence.
Through a series of carefully selected essays, the volume examines the intersections of individual growth and social responsibility. It emphasizes the importance of a liberal education and the development of a reflective, disciplined mind as essential tools for navigating the complexities of the modern world. The contributors provide timeless insights into the pursuit of wisdom, the value of intellectual honesty, and the art of living well.
Essays Toward Living stands as a significant testament to the humanist tradition, offering readers both a scholarly resource and a source of personal inspiration. It remains an invaluable text for those interested in the history of ideas, the development of the personal essay, and the enduring quest for moral and intellectual clarity.
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