The privilege of pain by Mrs. Leo Everett
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| Author | Everett, Leo, Mrs., -1921 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith, 1856-1923 |
| LoC No. | 21001052 |
| Title | The privilege of pain |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Privilege of Pain" by Mrs. Leo Everett is an inspirational non-fiction book written in the early 20th century. The book explores the idea that pain and suffering, often seen as purely negative experiences, can lead to personal growth, profound creativity, and significant achievements in various fields. Through a variety of historical examples, Mrs. Everett argues that many remarkable individuals, including artists, philosophers, soldiers, and saints, found strength and purpose despite, or perhaps because of, their physical or mental limitations. In this work, Mrs. Everett compiles numerous anecdotes and historical accounts of notable figures, illustrating how their experiences with pain shaped their lives and careers. Examples include the creative struggles of poets like Keats and the perseverance of mental giants like Helen Keller. The book aims to empower those experiencing pain, suggesting that such experiences can unlock hidden potential, foster resilience, and lead to profound contributions to society and humanity at large. Ultimately, Mrs. Everett makes a compelling case for understanding pain not merely as a burden but as a potentially transformative privilege that can fuel greatness in the human spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| Subject | Suffering |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58685 |
| Release Date | Jan 13, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 93 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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