The Golden Gems of Life; Or, Gathered Jewels for the Home Circle

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The Golden Gems of Life; Or, Gathered Jewels for the Home Circle

by Emory Adams Allen, Smith C. Ferguson

EN·~15 hours

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Description

A thoughtful anthology gathers the insights of seasoned writers who have pondered life’s true worth. Framed as a call to awaken from indifference, the collection uses vivid images—missed jewels, tangled webs, and fleeting pleasures—to illustrate the consequences of careless choices. It encourages readers to examine their own paths before regrets become the only teachers.

Written in a sincere, earnest voice, the work blends moral reflection with practical encouragement, urging young and seasoned alike to pursue purpose with reason, conscience, and clear judgment. Its language, rich with classic metaphor, seeks to inspire a sense of responsibility and optimism without demanding any particular creed. Listeners will find a steady companion that gently nudges them toward a more deliberate, fulfilling journey.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~15 hours (874K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Jane Robins, Chris Pinfield and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2016-03-06

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

EA

Emory Adams Allen

b. 1853

A prolific late-19th- and early-20th-century American writer, he is best remembered for sweeping popular histories that brought archaeology, ancient cultures, and world history to general readers. His books mix big curiosity with the confident storytelling style of their era.

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Smith C. Ferguson

Best known for a late-19th-century guide to character, family life, and moral living, this little-documented author left behind a book meant to encourage readers to make wise use of their lives. The work’s tone is earnest and practical, gathering advice meant for the home as much as for the individual.

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