Amusements In Retirement: Or The Influence Of Science, Literature And The Liberal Arts On The Manners And Happiness Of Private Life (1816)

By Charles Bucke

Book Overview

""Amusements In Retirement"" is a book written by Charles Bucke in 1816. The book explores the impact of science, literature, and the liberal arts on the manners and happiness of private life in retirement. Bucke argues that retirement should not be seen as a time of idleness, but rather as an opportunity to engage in intellectual pursuits and leisure activities that promote personal growth and fulfillment. He discusses various forms of entertainment, such as reading, music, and theatre, and their potential to enhance one's intellectual and emotional well-being. Bucke also examines the role of science in retirement, particularly in terms of its ability to encourage curiosity and critical thinking. Overall, ""Amusements In Retirement"" advocates for a holistic approach to retirement that prioritizes intellectual and cultural enrichment as a means of achieving a fulfilling and satisfying life.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164034200
• ISBN13: 9781164034209
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"