Optimism: An Essay by Helen Keller
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| Author | Keller, Helen, 1880-1968 |
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| LoC No. | 03030975 |
| Title | Optimism: An Essay |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Optimism: An Essay by Helen Keller" is a philosophical essay written in the early 20th century. In this work, Helen Keller, who overcame immense personal challenges as a deaf-blind individual, explores the nature of optimism and its significance in human life. The essay articulates Keller's belief that optimism is essential for happiness and achievement, emphasizing its role in personal development and societal progress. The essay is divided into three parts: "Optimism Within," "Optimism Without," and "The Practice of Optimism." In the first part, Keller reflects on her personal journey from darkness and despair to a life filled with hope and joy, underscoring that true optimism arises from an understanding of both good and evil. The second section extends her insights to the wider world, showing how history, philosophy, and education contribute to a collective optimism that drives humanity forward. In the final part, Keller argues that optimism is not merely a passive belief but should be actively practiced to foster improvement in one's life and the world at large. By intertwining her own experiences with broader philosophical and societal themes, Keller presents a powerful message about the transformative power of positivity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| Subject | Optimism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31622 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 424 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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