Happy Humanity (1912)

Cover of Happy Humanity (1912) by Frederik Van Eeden
Year: 2008
Language: en
Pages: 272
ISBN-13: 9781436866378
Dimensions:
Height: 9 inches
Length: 6 inches
Weight: 0.81 Pounds
Width: 0.57 inches
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Happy Humanity by Frederik Van Eeden is a philosophical treatise published by Kessinger Publishing in June 2008. This edition, a facsimile reprint of the original 1912 work, spans 272 pages and is presented in English. Van Eeden explores the concept of happiness, arguing that it transcends personal feelings and is rooted in social cooperation and mutual understanding among individuals. The book is structured into several chapters, each addressing different facets of happiness, including love, work, and education, supported by references to notable philosophical and literary figures.

Readers will find a clear and accessible examination of happiness that encourages reflection on its nature and attainment in contemporary society. Van Eeden incorporates examples from his own life alongside philosophical insights, making the text relevant for both academic and general audiences. This edition aims to preserve the cultural significance of the original work while providing a modern format for readers interested in literary and philosophical discussions surrounding happiness.


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Happy Humanity is a book written by Frederik van Eeden and published in 1912. The book is a philosophical treatise that explores the concept of happiness and how it can be achieved by humanity. Van Eeden argues that happiness is not just a personal feeling, but a social and collective experience that can only be achieved through the cooperation and mutual understanding of all members of society. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of happiness, such as love, work, and education. Van Eeden draws on a range of philosophical and literary sources to support his arguments, including the works of Plato, Aristotle, and Goethe. He also uses examples from his own life and experiences to illustrate his points. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both academic and general readers. Overall, Happy Humanity is a thought-provoking and inspiring work that encourages readers to reflect on the nature of happiness and how it can be achieved in our modern world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Publisher: Kessinger Publishing. Year: 2008.
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ISBN-13: 9781436866378.
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Language: en. Pages: 272.

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