Vices In Virtues: And Other Vagaries (1913)
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ISBN10: 1166285235
ISBN13: 9781166285234
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 106
Weight: 0.34
Height: 0.22 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781166285234
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 106
Weight: 0.34
Height: 0.22 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Vices In Virtues: And Other Vagaries is a book written by Thomas Longueville and originally published in 1913. The book is a collection of essays and reflections on various topics related to human behavior, morality, and society. Longueville explores the vices and virtues that are inherent in human nature, and how they can affect our actions and decisions. He also delves into the complexities of social norms and customs, and how they can influence our behavior and perception of the world around us.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different theme or topic. In the first section, Longueville discusses the concept of virtue and how it can be interpreted in different ways. He explores the idea of moral relativism and how it can impact our understanding of what is right and wrong. In the second section, he examines various vices such as greed, envy, and pride, and how they can lead to destructive behavior and negative consequences.The third section of the book is dedicated to the topic of society and culture. Longueville explores how social norms and customs can shape our behavior and influence our perception of reality. He also discusses the role of education and how it can help us develop a sense of morality and ethics.Overall, Vices In Virtues: And Other Vagaries is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a unique perspective on human nature and society. Longueville's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all backgrounds and levels of knowledge. Whether you are interested in philosophy, psychology, or sociology, this book is sure to provide you with valuable insights and perspectives on the human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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