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The Intellectual Life is a reflective guide on cultivating a life of the mind. He discusses the challenges and rewards of intellectual pursuits, providing practical advice on maintaining focus, managing time, and balancing thought with daily responsibilities. The book encourages readers to pursue knowledge with passion, while also addressing the emotional and social aspects of intellectual development, making it a timeless resource for scholars and thinkers. Philip Gilbert Hamerton (1834-1894) was an English artist and art critic and author, best known for The Intellectual Life. Much of which is still relevant today -- the benefits of solitude, the differences between a life of industry and one of intellectual pursuits, the effects of success and intoxication, the best hours to work, eating habits, etc.

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