Cui Bono? Or What Shall It Profit? A Gentle Philosophy For Those Who Doubt (1912) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164615712)

Cui Bono? Or What Shall It Profit? A Gentle Philosophy For Those Who Doubt is a book written by Harwood Huntington in 1912. The book is a philosophical exploration of the concept of profit and its implications for human life. The title of the book, ""Cui Bono?"", is a Latin phrase that translates to ""who benefits?"" or ""for whose benefit?"". The book is intended to provide a gentle and accessible introduction to philosophy for those who are skeptical or unsure about its value.Huntington's central argument is that the pursuit of profit, in the narrow sense of financial gain, is not sufficient for a fulfilling life. He argues that true profit comes from a deeper understanding of oneself and one's place in the world. Huntington draws on a range of philosophical and literary sources to support his argument, including Plato, Aristotle, Shakespeare, and Emerson.The book is divided into seven chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the idea of profit. The first chapter sets out the central question of the book: what is the true meaning of profit? The second chapter looks at the relationship between profit and happiness, arguing that the pursuit of profit alone is not enough to bring true happiness. The third chapter explores the idea of profit in relation to personal growth and self-discovery.The fourth chapter looks at profit in the context of social and political life, arguing that the pursuit of profit can lead to social and economic inequality. The fifth chapter explores the idea of profit in relation to art and creativity, arguing that true profit comes from the expression of one's unique creative vision. The sixth chapter looks at profit in relation to religion and spirituality, arguing that true profit comes from a deep connection with the divine.The final chapter brings together the themes of the book and offers a conclusion. Huntington argues that true profit comes from a holistic understanding of oneself and one's place in the world, and that this understanding can only be achieved through a combination of personal reflection, social engagement, and spiritual practice.Overall, Cui Bono? Or What Shall It Profit? A Gentle Philosophy For Those Who Doubt is a thoughtful and engaging exploration of the concept of profit and its implications for human life. It is a book that will appeal to anyone interested in philosophy, spirituality, and personal growth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Harwood Huntington
ISBN-10: 1164615718
ISBN-13: 9781164615712
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 164
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.35d