Working in the Shade

Working in the Shade

Theodore Percival Cameron Wilson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120342997
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Working in the Shade: Or Lowly Sowing Brings Glorious Reaping is a book written by Theodore Percival Wilson and published in 1880. The book is a motivational and inspirational work that aims to encourage readers to persevere and work hard towards their goals, even if their efforts may seem insignificant or go unnoticed. Wilson uses the metaphor of working in the shade to convey the idea that success is often the result of small, consistent efforts over time, rather than grand gestures or sudden bursts of activity. He argues that even the most humble and lowly tasks can lead to great rewards if done with diligence and commitment. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores different aspects of the theme of hard work and perseverance. Wilson draws on examples from history and literature to illustrate his points, and includes anecdotes and stories to make his message more relatable and engaging. Overall, Working in the Shade is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today. Its message of the importance of hard work, dedication, and perseverance is as relevant now as it was over a century ago when the book was first published.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.

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