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The importance of living: 1 by Lin Yutang

The importance of living: 1 by Lin Yutang

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Savour life s beauty,it s endless fascination,and it s slow,sure,simple pleasures while reading this seventy year old classic. In an era when we are overwhelmed with wake-up calls,this wise and timeless book is more relevant than ever before. A bestseller when it was first published in 1937,The Importance of Living has been a classic for over seventy years.Inteneded as a rmedy for the rapid pace of todays s world.Lin Yutang s book is a brilliant distillation of ancient Chinese wisdom:revere inaction as much as action,invoke humour to maintain a healthy attitude,and never forget that there will always be plenty of fools around who are willing-indeed eager-to be busy,to make themselves useful,and to exercise power while you savour the simple joy of existence.

About the Author: 

  • Lin Yutang (1895–1976) was a Chinese author, philosopher, linguist, and inventor. He is best known for his works that bridged the gap between Eastern and Western thought, helping to introduce Chinese culture and philosophy to a global audience.

  • Lin studied in both China and the United States, earning degrees in English and philosophy, which shaped his unique worldview.

  • He was a prolific writer with works spanning fiction, philosophy, and language. Some of his other well-known books include:

    • My Country and My People (a reflection on China)

    • The Importance of Living (his most famous work)

    • The Art of Living (another philosophical treatise)

  • Lin was also a linguist and invented the Lin Yutang Chinese typewriter, which was a major contribution to technology.

  • His writings were characterized by their light, humorous tone, and philosophical depth, often weaving traditional Chinese wisdom with Western influences.

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