The Harvest of a Quiet Eye: Leisure Thoughts for Busy Lives by John Richard Vernon
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"The Harvest of a Quiet Eye: Leisure Thoughts for Busy Lives" by John Richard Vernon is a reflective collection of essays written in the late 19th century. This work comprises contemplative meditations aimed at providing spiritual encouragement and moral insights amidst the chaos of daily life. Vernon's writings offer readers a gentle reminder of the beauty in ordinary experiences and the importance of introspection and quietude. The opening of the book serves
as a heartfelt preface, where the author expresses his gratitude for the opportunity to share his reflections, which were originally published in periodicals. He muses on the transition from the Old Year to the New, engaging with themes of nostalgia, regret, and anticipation. The narrative tends to evoke a sense of melancholy and joy intertwined, as he cherishes the memories of the past while embracing the promise of a new beginning. The author invites readers to reflect on their spiritual journey, emphasizing the importance of quiet moments in one's life, as he sets the tone for a volume that seeks to comfort and inspire amidst the busyness of the modern world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Vernon, John Richard, 1833-1902 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Harvest of a Quiet Eye: Leisure Thoughts for Busy Lives |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Christian life |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54261 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-54261-4 |
| Release Date | Feb 28, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 539 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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