The Philosophy of Rest

The Philosophy of Rest by Ella Adelia Fletcher is a philosophical exploration of the concept of rest. The book delves into the importance of rest for physical and mental health, as well as for spiritual and emotional well-being. Fletcher argues that rest is not just a necessary break from work, but a vital aspect of a fulfilling life. She examines various forms of rest, including physical rest, mental rest, and spiritual rest, and provides practical advice for incorporating rest into daily life. The book also explores the cultural and historical significance of rest, from ancient Greek philosophy to modern-day attitudes towards leisure time. Overall, The Philosophy of Rest offers a thoughtful and insightful examination of a topic that is often overlooked in our fast-paced, work-driven society.1900. The pace at which men and women are living their lives has steadily increased till it has become the maddest race of emulation and ambition that the world has ever witnessed. We dissipate our energies by the number and variety of our interests. Life has grown too complex; and the vice of the age, an insidious menace to health and longevity, is materialism. Contents: The Unrest of Our Day; The Cultivation of Soul Force; The Ministrations of Nature and Silence; To Conserve Force.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.