The Great Problem (Classic Reprint)

Ivan Howland Benedict

ISBN 10: 024314380X / ISBN 13: 9780243143801

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a broad examination of the social problems facing humanity in the early twentieth century, written by an author who believes that the root cause of society's ills is the pursuit of wealth and material possessions. The author explores the negative impact of a society focused on money, including increased crime, poverty, and degradation of the home, arguing that true progress depends on economic justice, self-determination for women, access to land, and the abolition of militarism. The author emphasizes that the current social order, based on coercion and exploitation, is not inevitable, and advocates for a spiritual transformation of society based on love, equality, and service, concluding that such a society is both desirable and achievable. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9780243143801_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Great Problem (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 024314380X
• ISBN 13: 9780243143801
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Motivational

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Synopsis

Discover a guiding look at life’s deepest question and how to live it well.

This volume frames the “great problem” as the ongoing search to develop the self and realize a fuller life. It argues that true progress comes from inner growth, responsible work, and a rightly trained conscience, not just outward success or pleasure.

The book examines why people chase happiness, what makes work meaningful, and how public life shapes personal character. It calls for a balance between learning, purpose, and the dignity of honest labor. With practical reflections on education, vocation, and the home, it offers a thoughtful path for readers seeking a more deliberate, principled life.

• How self-realization through self-expression can guide choices about work and study
• Why happiness follows right living, not mere pleasure or easy gains
• The impact of environment and thought life on personal and social growth
• Considerations for home life and the value of constructive, hands-on work

Ideal for readers of philosophy, social thought, and self-improvement who want a clear, hopeful approach to life’s big questions.