The Lost Art of Reading by Gerald Stanley Lee

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Author Lee, Gerald Stanley, 1862-1944
Title The Lost Art of Reading
Note Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Lost Art of Reading" by Gerald Stanley Lee is a reflective essay written in the early 20th century. The work explores the profound disconnect between modern civilization and the true nature and purpose of reading. Lee laments how contemporary society's hurried lifestyle impedes individuals from engaging deeply with literature and understanding its transformative power. At the start of the book, the author introduces a dialogue illustrating the rush of modern life, where individuals passively engage with superficial aspects of existence, such as reading hurriedly without truly absorbing the material. Lee critiques this "reading madness," which leads to a pervasive sense of disconnection from one’s inner self and the world. He discusses the limitations imposed by civilization on genuine thought and engagement, emphasizing the necessity for individuals to reclaim a thoughtful, soul-nourishing approach to reading that encourages contemplation rather than mere consumption. The opening sets the stage for a broader critique of educational and societal norms that stifle imagination and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class Z: Bibliography, Library science
Subject Books and reading
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EBook-No. 26312
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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