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The Quest of the Simple Life

by William J. Dawson · 1907 · 145 pages

Morgan Housel
Morgan Housel
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Morgan Housel

About This Book

A semi-autobiographical reflection on leaving a monotonous urban career in London for the English countryside. The narrative explores the psychological transition from city life to self-sufficiency and contentment. It offers a philosophical defense of the simple living movement and the pursuit of meaningful existence over material wealth.

Genres

Psychology & BehaviorPhilosophySelf-Improvement

Topics

Decision MakingHabitsMeditationMotivationProductivityResilienceStoicism

Book Details

Published

1907

Pages

145

Language

en

ISBN

9781015538764

Audiobook Available

4h 34m
Narrated by TriciaG

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