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100 1 _aGrant, Robert,
_d1852-1940
245 1 0 _aSearch-Light Letters
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-10-04
508 _aProduced by Bethanne M. Simms and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Search-Light Letters" by Robert Grant is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. This book takes the form of letters that address various audiences, including young men and women seeking ideals, modern women with social ambitions, and political optimists. Through a series of essays, Grant delves into topics of morality, societal values, and the pursuit of personal and social excellence, urging readers to reflect on the nature of character and ethics amidst the dynamics of modern life. The opening of "Search-Light Letters" sets the tone for a reflective exploration of ethics and ideals. The author begins by assuming certain qualities in his readers, such as honesty, purity, and courage, as foundational for those seeking an uncommon life. The narrative presents thoughts on the nature of character in society, comparing those with refined manners and morals to those who lack depth and authenticity. Through the lens of a cheerful conversation between two characters, the Philosopher and a Refined Instructress, Grant examines everyday ethical dilemmas and societal expectations, using their interaction to illustrate broader moral questions. This opening effectively lays the groundwork for the exploration of the ideals the author wishes to engage with throughout the letters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIdealism
653 _aUnited States -- Social life and customs
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37613
999 _c78453
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