| Author |
Mitchell, S. Weir (Silas Weir), 1829-1914 |
| Title |
Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked" by S. Weir Mitchell is a non-fiction guide written in the late 19th century. This book discusses the challenges of overwork and the effects of modern life on health, particularly focusing on the mental and physical strain experienced by individuals in rapidly changing societies. It aims to address issues related to exertion, including the dangers of excessive mental labor and the importance of balancing work and rest. In this work, Mitchell explores the concept of "wear" as the natural consequence of legitimate use and "tear," which results from the abuse of both mental and physical faculties. He emphasizes the need for adequate rest and varied activity to maintain health, arguing that as society evolves, there is a growing incidence of nervous diseases linked to overwork. Through various observations and anecdotes, Mitchell illuminates the symptoms of nervous exhaustion and advocates for more thoughtful approaches to education and work-life balance. He highlights societal pressures, particularly on women, and calls for a reevaluation of how education and labor expectations may contribute to health deterioration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
RC: Medicine: Internal medicine
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| Subject |
Mental fatigue
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13197 |
| Release Date |
Aug 17, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 31, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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