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100 1 _aBok, Edward William,
_d1863-1930
245 1 0 _aWhy I Believe in Poverty as the Richest Experience That Can Come to a Boy
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
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 2014-09-06
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Why I Believe in Poverty as the Richest Experience That Can Come to a Boy" by Edward Bok is a reflective essay likely written during the early 20th century. This thought-provoking piece falls into the category of personal essay and motivational writing, exploring the transformative power of hardship and economic adversity from the perspective of a young boy experiencing poverty. Bok's goal is to shine a light on the valuable lessons that can emerge from difficult circumstances. In this essay, Bok recounts his own childhood experiences of poverty, sharing poignant anecdotes that illustrate the daily struggles he faced alongside his family after his father lost their wealth. He emphasizes the valuable perspectives gained through his hardships, highlighting the determination and work ethic they instilled in him. Bok argues that poverty can serve as a profound teacher, providing young boys with essential life skills, a strong sense of purpose, and the resilience needed to rise above challenging situations. Ultimately, he expresses gratitude for these formative experiences, viewing them not merely as burdens but as opportunities for growth and understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSuccess
653 _aPoverty
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46786
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