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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book follows a young man named Philo on his first journey outside of his secluded hometown. Having grown up isolated from society, Philo is filled with enthusiasm and anticipation, believing that the world beyond his village is a place where harmony and benevolence prevail. His experiences along the way, however, prove more complicated. Along with his faithful manservant Sturdy, Philo encounters not only kindness and simplicity, but also unexpected cruelty and prejudice. As Philo's naive optimism gives way to a more sober understanding of human nature, the novel explores the tensions between personal ideals, social expectations, and the complexities of a world that is only sometimes as welcoming and virtuous as Philo's untainted heart. Thought-provoking and insightful, this book delves into the nature of friendship, the challenges of charity, the pains of disillusionment, and the resilience of hope. In an age where man's moral failings are as prevalent as his virtues, this book serves as a reminder that the pursuit of a harmonious existence is at once humanity's greatest aspiration and most elusive goal. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334137464_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334137464
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334137464
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)