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In Chapter 4, "The Outer and the Inner Woman," of "Worldly Ways and Byways," the author examines the increasing prevalence of shoplifting among educated and seemingly refined women, attributing it to societal values that prioritize ostentation and external appearances over genuine quality and comfort due to rapid, immature prosperity. The author criticizes the societal obsession with luxury and the visible signs of wealth, pointing out that this leads to a preference for public display of wealth over solid…-
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In Chapter 7, "The Discontent of Talent," of "Worldly Ways and Byways," the author explores the contrast between the complacency of the ordinary and the restless pursuit of improvement that characterizes the talented. The chapter opens with a critique of self-satisfied individuals who resist change and view their own customs and surroundings as beyond critique. This complacency is notably absent among the more gifted or imaginative, a group which includes well-traveled individuals. Such experiences of…
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CHAPTER 8 – Slouch
Chapter 8 of "Worldly Ways and Byways" addresses the pervasive issue of slouch or general untidiness and lack of pride in one's appearance and surroundings in America, contrasting it significantly with the tidiness and pride observed in the people and places of Europe. The author passionately advocates for a cultural shift towards neatness and self-respect, suggesting that this change should begin in schools and extend to all public spaces and professions. Through anecdotes and observations, the author…-
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