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The Happy Life by Charles W. Eliot is a book that explores the concept of happiness and how to achieve it. The book presents a series of essays that delve into various aspects of happiness, including the importance of cultivating positive habits, the role of relationships in our lives, and the benefits of living a simple life.Eliot draws on his own experiences as a successful educator and leader to offer practical advice on how to live a happy life. He emphasizes the importance of finding purpose and meaning in our lives, and encourages readers to pursue their passions and interests.Throughout the book, Eliot also explores the relationship between happiness and success, arguing that true happiness comes not from material wealth or status, but from a sense of fulfillment and contentment.The Happy Life is a timeless classic that offers valuable insights into the nature of happiness and how to achieve it. It is a must-read for anyone seeking a more fulfilling and meaningful life.1896. As written by the President of Harvard University. Contents: The Moral Purpose of the Universe; Lower and Higher Pleasures; Family Love; Pleasure in Bodily Exertion; The Pleasure of Reading; Mutual Service and Co-operation; The Selection of Beliefs; and The Conflict with Evil.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.