The Pleasures of Ignorance by Robert Lynd

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Author Lynd, Robert, 1879-1949
Title The Pleasures of Ignorance
Note Reading ease score: 77.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The pleasures of ignorance -- The herring fleet -- The betting man -- The hum of insects -- Cats -- May -- New Year prophecies -- On knowing the difference -- The intellectual side of horse-racing -- Why we hate insects -- Virtue -- June -- On feeling gay -- In the train -- The most curious animal -- The old indifference -- Eggs: an Easter homily -- Enter the spring -- The daredevil barber -- Weeds: an appreciation -- A juror in waiting -- The three-halfpenny bit -- The morals of beans -- On seeing a joke -- Going to the derby -- This blasted world.
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Summary "The Pleasures of Ignorance" by Robert Lynd is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The book reflects Lynd's explorations of the beauty and joy found within the realms of ignorance and simplicity, as he contemplates subjects ranging from nature and learning to human behaviors and experiences. The beginning of the book introduces the theme of ignorance through a stroll in nature, highlighting how many people, despite being surrounded by the wonders of the world, often lack a deep understanding or appreciation of it. Lynd notes how individuals may not even be able to identify common birds but nonetheless experience joy when they discover them anew each spring. He suggests that this ignorance leads to delightful moments of discovery and wonder, as the first encounter with nature's beauty is always fresh and exhilarating. Ultimately, he posits that the true pleasure lies in the journey of questioning and exploring the unknown rather than in the rigidity of possessing complete knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Essays
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EBook-No. 13448
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Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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