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Title: Poise: How to Attain It

Summary: "Poise: How to Attain It" by D. Starke is a self-help guide written in the early 20th century, specifically around the time of World War I. The book focuses on the concept of "poise" as a valuable quality that allows individuals to gain control over their emotions and actions, leading to personal growth and social respect. It discusses various attributes of poise, such as willpower, reasoning, and self-knowledge, while providing practical exercises aimed at overcoming timidity, fostering confidence, and achieving a balanced, poised demeanor. The opening of "Poise: How to Attain It" establishes a clear definition of poise and emphasizes its necessity in achieving success in life. The author addresses the obstacles faced by individuals lacking poise, particularly timidity—which is described as a significant hindrance to personal advancement. The text introduces the idea that mastery of oneself is crucial for developing poise, outlining the mental qualities that constitute poise while hinting at a structure that includes both theoretical discussion and practical exercises. This sets the stage for exploring not just the psychological aspects, but also the physical exercises intended to help readers cultivate this essential trait for navigating daily life more effectively. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Starke, D.

EBook No.: 13877

Published: Oct 26, 2004

Downloads: 236

Language: English

Subject: Conduct of life

LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:13877:2 2004-10-26T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Starke, D. en 1
2025-09-21T20:23:27Z Poise: How to Attain It

This edition has images.

Title: Poise: How to Attain It

Summary: "Poise: How to Attain It" by D. Starke is a self-help guide written in the early 20th century, specifically around the time of World War I. The book focuses on the concept of "poise" as a valuable quality that allows individuals to gain control over their emotions and actions, leading to personal growth and social respect. It discusses various attributes of poise, such as willpower, reasoning, and self-knowledge, while providing practical exercises aimed at overcoming timidity, fostering confidence, and achieving a balanced, poised demeanor. The opening of "Poise: How to Attain It" establishes a clear definition of poise and emphasizes its necessity in achieving success in life. The author addresses the obstacles faced by individuals lacking poise, particularly timidity—which is described as a significant hindrance to personal advancement. The text introduces the idea that mastery of oneself is crucial for developing poise, outlining the mental qualities that constitute poise while hinting at a structure that includes both theoretical discussion and practical exercises. This sets the stage for exploring not just the psychological aspects, but also the physical exercises intended to help readers cultivate this essential trait for navigating daily life more effectively. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Starke, D.

EBook No.: 13877

Published: Oct 26, 2004

Downloads: 236

Language: English

Subject: Conduct of life

LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:13877:3 2004-10-26T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Starke, D. en 1