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Do you think that all the cultured people of the world live in Boston? I have met cultured people in Canada and Great Britain; in Denmark, Holland and Russia; I have met cultured people even in France. Do you think that all the cultured people of America live in Boston? I have met cultured people in Baltimore, New York and Philadelphia; I have met cultured people even in Chicago.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, a thoughtful and comprehensive examination of "culture," begins by defining it not as wealth or knowledge but as the strengthening, beautifying, and refining of an innately good nature through regeneration. The author argues that our innate character traits are developed through our thoughts, which are shaped by nature, books, persons, and the divine. Society, in particular, plays a significant role in influencing our thoughts and actions. The author emphasizes that a cultured life is characterized by strength, beauty, and refinement. Strength, in this context, refers not only to completeness but also to weakness in none of its parts. Beauty is seen as the harmonious blending of innate qualities and external influences, while refinement is the opposite of coarseness and vulgarity. Through a process of cultivation, we can develop a refined taste and appreciation for the good and true. Ultimately, the author suggests that culture is the product of thought and that by controlling our thoughts, we can control our character and ultimately achieve a life of high culture. This book offers a rich exploration of the factors that shape our thoughts and actions, providing valuable insights for anyone seeking to live a more cultured and fulfilling life. 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 9781334983474_0
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