Jubilee Essays

Jubilee Essays: A Plea For The Unselfish Life is a book written by Edward Payson Tenney and published in 1862. The book is a collection of essays that make a passionate argument for the importance of living an unselfish life. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the role of religion in promoting selflessness to the benefits of living a life dedicated to the service of others. Tenney's writing is characterized by his earnestness and his belief that living an unselfish life is not only a moral imperative but also a practical necessity for a healthy and happy society. He draws on a variety of sources, including the Bible, philosophy, and literature, to support his arguments and to demonstrate the universality of the idea of selflessness.The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the unselfish life. The first section, for example, discusses the importance of self-denial and the dangers of selfishness. Other sections cover topics such as the role of education in promoting selflessness, the importance of charity and philanthropy, and the benefits of living a life of service.Throughout the book, Tenney emphasizes the idea that living an unselfish life is not only a personal choice but also a social responsibility. He argues that each individual has a duty to contribute to the common good and to work towards creating a more just and equitable society.Overall, Jubilee Essays: A Plea For The Unselfish Life is a passionate and thought-provoking book that offers a compelling argument for the importance of selflessness in our personal and social lives. It is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today.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.