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The Art of Living Long and Discourses on the Sober Life is a book written by Luigi Cornaro, an Italian nobleman who lived from 1467 to 1566. The book is a treatise on the subject of health and longevity, and is based on Cornaro's personal experience of living a long and healthy life. The first part of the book is titled The Art of Living Long, and is a guide to achieving longevity through a healthy lifestyle. Cornaro emphasizes the importance of moderation in diet, exercise, and sleep, and provides practical advice on how to achieve a balanced and healthy life. He also discusses the importance of mental and emotional health, and provides tips on how to maintain a positive outlook on life.The second part of the book is titled Discourses on the Sober Life, and is a series of essays on the subject of temperance and moderation. Cornaro argues that a sober and moderate lifestyle is essential for good health and longevity, and provides examples from his own life to illustrate this point. He also discusses the benefits of a simple and frugal lifestyle, and provides advice on how to live a contented and fulfilling life.Overall, The Art of Living Long and Discourses on the Sober Life is a timeless classic that provides valuable insights into the subject of health and longevity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in living a long and healthy life, and is sure to inspire readers to adopt a more balanced and moderate lifestyle.The Art of Living Long and Discourses on the Sober Life.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.