The Pleasures of Life
The Pleasures of Life grew out of addresses Sir John Lubbock gave at schools, colleges and working men's institutes, and was published in two parts in 1887 and 1889. The banker, politician and naturalist argues that happiness is largely within reach of everyone who uses the gifts already at hand. The first part treats the duty of happiness, the happiness of duty, books, friends, time, travel, home, science and education, and includes his famous list of a hundred books worth reading. The second turns to ambition, wealth, health, love, art, poetry, music, the beauties of nature, the troubles of life, labor and rest, religion, progress and the destiny of man. It was among the best-selling books of its decade. The full text is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first chapter is free.
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Frequently asked questions about The Pleasures of Life
The Pleasures of Life by Sir John Lubbock can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
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Is The Pleasures of Life in the public domain?
Yes. The Pleasures of Life by Sir John Lubbock is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read The Pleasures of Life?
About 4 h 38 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is The Pleasures of Life?
The Pleasures of Life by Sir John Lubbock is filed under "Philosophy" in the Vinteuil library.
