The Discourses And Letters Of Louis Cornaro On A Sober And Temperate Life (1842)

The Discourses and Letters of Louis Cornaro on a Sober and Temperate Life is a book written by Luigi Cornaro and published in 1842. The book is a collection of Cornaro's writings on the benefits of living a sober and temperate life. Cornaro, a Venetian nobleman who lived from 1464 to 1566, believed that a simple and moderate lifestyle was the key to good health and long life. The book is divided into two parts. The first part consists of Cornaro's four discourses on the subject of a sober and temperate life. In these discourses, Cornaro discusses the importance of moderation in eating and drinking, the dangers of excess, and the benefits of a simple and healthy diet. He also shares his personal experiences of adopting a sober and temperate lifestyle and how it has helped him to live a long and healthy life.The second part of the book contains a selection of Cornaro's letters on the same subject. These letters were written to various friends and acquaintances who sought his advice on how to live a healthy and long life. In these letters, Cornaro provides practical advice on diet and exercise, and shares his own experiences of living a sober and temperate life.Overall, The Discourses and Letters of Louis Cornaro on a Sober and Temperate Life is a valuable resource for anyone interested in living a healthy and long life. Cornaro's writings are still relevant today, and his advice on the importance of moderation and simplicity in life is timeless.With A Biography Of The Author.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.