02212cam a22003133u 4500 44323 UtSlPG 20260610134022.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 BJ Wagner, Charles, 1852-1918 La vie simple Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-12-01 Produced by Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "La Vie Simple" by Charles Wagner is a philosophical work written in the early 20th century. The text explores the concept of simplicity as a response to the complexities of modern life, emphasizing the importance of focusing on essential values over materialistic distractions. It encourages readers to aspire to a simple way of living that cultivates happiness, moral integrity, and deeper human connections. The opening of the text sets the stage for Wagner's discourse by reflecting on the chaotic lives of the Blanchard family as they prepare for a wedding, illustrating how modern societal conventions can overwhelm personal connections and fulfillment. Amidst the upheaval, the character of the grandmother stands out as a voice of reason, advocating for the significance of pausing to appreciate what truly matters—love and companionship—over the superficial demands of social obligations. Wagner uses this domestic scene to introduce his argument about seeking a simpler life as a remedy to the complicated nature of contemporary existence, suggesting that many suffer from the consequences of living in a world that prioritizes material demands over meaningful relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Conduct of life Simplicity https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44323 85162 85162