The Pursuit of Knowledge by Stephen Leacock
The Pursuit of Knowledge is a collection of essays by Stephen Leacock, one of the most beloved humorists of the early 20th century. In this book, Leacock examines the pursuit of knowledge from a variety of angles, including the importance of education, the power of imagination, and the joys of learning. He also looks at the role of technology in the pursuit of knowledge, and the need for balance between the two. Throughout the book, Leacock's wit and wisdom shine through, making this an enjoyable and thought-provoking read.
By Stephen Leacock · First published 1920 · Genre: Philosophical Fiction, Satire, Humor · 6 chapters · 6,360 words
First lines
A Discussion of Freedom and Compulsion in Education.
It is one of the most ancient of human beliefs that all things human are under the influence of two contrasting forces moving in different directions. Primitive man, no doubt, early became aware that certain things made for salvation and others not: and that the division did not correspond to that represented by mere pleasure or pain. Hence, with the tendency of the dawning primitive intelligence to think of all forces as living forces, to think of winds and storms and fire and flood, as things animated like itself, there arose the notion of good and evil, of a Deity and a Devil.
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Genres
- Philosophical Fiction — The Pursuit of Knowledge is a philosophical novel that explores the themes of knowledge, truth, and the pursuit of understanding.
- Satire — The Pursuit of Knowledge is a satirical novel that uses humor to explore the themes of knowledge, truth, and the pursuit of understanding.
- Humor — The Pursuit of Knowledge is a humorous novel that uses wit and satire to explore the themes of knowledge, truth, and the pursuit of understanding.
- Realistic Fiction — The Pursuit of Knowledge is a realistic novel that explores the themes of knowledge, truth, and the pursuit of understanding in a realistic setting.
Tags
humor · education · philosophy · satire · knowledge · wisdom · society · intellect · learning · critique · human nature · literature
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Stephen Leacock
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Philosophical Fiction, Satire, Humor, Realistic Fiction
- Length: 6,360 words
- Structure: 6 chapters, 63 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Contents
- Chapter 1: Preface
- Chapter 1: Two Rival Principles
- Chapter 2: The Organization of Education
- Chapter 3: Educational Method
- Chapter 4: The Examination
- Chapter 5: College and Professional Requirements