Why I Believe in Poverty as the Richest Experience That Can Come to a Boy by Bok
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| Author | Bok, Edward William, 1863-1930 |
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| LoC No. | 15022086 |
| Title | Why I Believe in Poverty as the Richest Experience That Can Come to a Boy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Why I Believe in Poverty as the Richest Experience That Can Come to a Boy" by Edward Bok is a reflective essay likely written during the early 20th century. This thought-provoking piece falls into the category of personal essay and motivational writing, exploring the transformative power of hardship and economic adversity from the perspective of a young boy experiencing poverty. Bok's goal is to shine a light on the valuable lessons that can emerge from difficult circumstances. In this essay, Bok recounts his own childhood experiences of poverty, sharing poignant anecdotes that illustrate the daily struggles he faced alongside his family after his father lost their wealth. He emphasizes the valuable perspectives gained through his hardships, highlighting the determination and work ethic they instilled in him. Bok argues that poverty can serve as a profound teacher, providing young boys with essential life skills, a strong sense of purpose, and the resilience needed to rise above challenging situations. Ultimately, he expresses gratitude for these formative experiences, viewing them not merely as burdens but as opportunities for growth and understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HF: Social sciences: Commerce |
| Subject | Success |
| Subject | Poverty |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46786 |
| Release Date | Sep 6, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 41 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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