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Title: Some Causes of the Prevailing Discontent
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Some Causes of the Prevailing Discontent" by Charles Dudley Warner is a sociopolitical critique written in the late 19th century. This analytical publication explores the roots of dissatisfaction within society, particularly in the context of economic inequality and social responsibilities. Warner examines the disparity between the material advancements in society and the emotional and psychological discontent experienced by individuals, particularly the working classes. In this work, Warner articulates that while society has made significant progress in terms of living conditions and daily comforts, discontent persists largely due to a perceived inequality of opportunity and wealth. He critiques the notion of absolute equality as a misguided notion that overlooks the inherent diversity of human capabilities and situations. He argues that education often fosters discontent by leading individuals to aspire for unattainable standards while neglecting the essential duties that accompany rights. Drawing from various examples, including labor conditions and societal behaviors, Warner emphasizes the need for a renewed focus on ethical and moral considerations in economic relations, highlighting the dangers of a materialistic society that prioritizes wealth over human dignity and wellbeing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 50.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Warner, Charles Dudley, 1829-1900
EBook No.: 3113
Published: Dec 5, 2004
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: Essays
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Some Causes of the Prevailing Discontent
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Some Causes of the Prevailing Discontent" by Charles Dudley Warner is a sociopolitical critique written in the late 19th century. This analytical publication explores the roots of dissatisfaction within society, particularly in the context of economic inequality and social responsibilities. Warner examines the disparity between the material advancements in society and the emotional and psychological discontent experienced by individuals, particularly the working classes. In this work, Warner articulates that while society has made significant progress in terms of living conditions and daily comforts, discontent persists largely due to a perceived inequality of opportunity and wealth. He critiques the notion of absolute equality as a misguided notion that overlooks the inherent diversity of human capabilities and situations. He argues that education often fosters discontent by leading individuals to aspire for unattainable standards while neglecting the essential duties that accompany rights. Drawing from various examples, including labor conditions and societal behaviors, Warner emphasizes the need for a renewed focus on ethical and moral considerations in economic relations, highlighting the dangers of a materialistic society that prioritizes wealth over human dignity and wellbeing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 50.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Warner, Charles Dudley, 1829-1900
EBook No.: 3113
Published: Dec 5, 2004
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: Essays
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.