Worldly Ways & Byways (eBook, PDF) - Gregory, Eliot
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Philosophers tell us, that we should seek happiness only in the calm of our own minds, not allowing external conditions or the opinions of others to influence our ways. This lofty detachment from environment is achieved by very few. Indeed, the philosophers themselves (who may be said to have invented the art of "posing") were generally as vain as peacocks, profoundly pre-occupied with the verdict of their contemporaries. A very good cultural history book. Recommended.

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Philosophers tell us, that we should seek happiness only in the calm of our own minds, not allowing external conditions or the opinions of others to influence our ways. This lofty detachment from environment is achieved by very few. Indeed, the philosophers themselves (who may be said to have invented the art of "posing") were generally as vain as peacocks, profoundly pre-occupied with the verdict of their contemporaries. A very good cultural history book. Recommended.
Autorenporträt
Eliot Gregory, an author hailing from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, was a keen observer of society and its manners. Though not as widely recognized as his contemporaries, Gregory's work offers a nuanced glimpse into the social mores of his time. His literary contributions, particularly noted in 'Worldly Ways & Byways', encapsulate the subtleties and intricacies of societal conduct. With a witty and elegant prose style, Gregory dissected the norms and customs of the well-heeled, providing readers with both entertainment and edification. The book serves as a mirror to the age of Gregory, reflecting the upper-class life with its undercurrents of wit and satire. While not voluminous in his literary output, Eliot Gregory's writings remain a valuable resource for those studying the social landscapes of the past. His work continues to be referenced in discussions of social history and literary studies, giving insight into the behaviors and expectations that shaped the interactions of the well-to-do in a bygone era.