The Art of Living Long

The Art of Living Long is a book written by Luigi Cornaro, an Italian nobleman who lived during the Renaissance period. The book is a treatise on how to live a long and healthy life, based on Cornaro's personal experience of living to the age of 102.The book is divided into four parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of healthy living. The first part discusses the importance of moderation in diet and the benefits of eating a simple, balanced diet. Cornaro emphasizes the need to avoid excess and to eat only what is necessary to maintain good health.The second part of the book focuses on the importance of exercise and physical activity. Cornaro describes the benefits of regular exercise, such as increased strength and flexibility, and emphasizes the importance of finding an exercise routine that is enjoyable and sustainable.The third part of the book is devoted to the importance of mental and emotional well-being. Cornaro stresses the importance of cultivating a positive outlook on life and of avoiding stress and negative emotions.The final part of the book is a collection of recipes for healthy meals and drinks, along with advice on how to prepare and serve them.Overall, The Art of Living Long is a comprehensive guide to living a long and healthy life, based on the wisdom and experience of one of history's longest-lived individuals. It remains a popular and influential work on health and wellness to this day.1915. Introduction by William F. Butler. A new and improved English version of the treatise by the celebrated Venetian centenarian. With essays by Joseph Addison, Lord Bacon, and Sir William Temple. Contents: Introduction to Luigi Cornaro in The Spectator October 13,1711; Life and Writings of Luigi Cornaro; Selections from Lord Bacon's �������History of Life and Death�������; Selections from Sir William Temple's �������Health and Long Life�������; A short history of the Cornaro family.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.