Solitude, Vol. 2: To Which Are Added, Notes Historical and Explanatory, a Copious Index, and Four Beautiful Engravings by Ridley (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. G. Zimmermann

9780267811953: Solitude, Vol. 2: To Which Are Added, Notes Historical and Explanatory, a Copious Index, and Four Beautiful Engravings by Ridley (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267811950 ISBN 13: 9780267811953

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Solitude, Vol. 2 presents a thoughtful look at how social life, friendship, and inner reflection shape happiness and well‑being.

This edition combines the main text with historical notes, explanatory remarks, a comprehensive index, and four engravings. It surveys why people seek company, how solitude can help or hinder the mind, and the ways mood, virtue, and society influence a life well lived. The material stays practical and accessible, avoiding heavy jargon while inviting reflection on everyday choices about companionship and retreat.

Readers will gain a clearer view of how social bonds boost well‑being, the risks of excessive withdrawal, and the mindful balance between public life and private retreat. The work connects moral ideas with personal experience, offering guidance for navigating loneliness, friendship, and the rhythms of a well‑ordered mind.

Clear discussion of why humans are drawn to society and how friendship strengthens character
Exploration of solitude’s role in mental health, creativity, and moral reflection
Practical insights into balancing social pleasures with temperance and virtue
Notes, index, and engravings to deepen understanding and context

Ideal for readers of philosophy, psychology, and history who want a measured view of solitude and social happiness.

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