Adventures in Solitude

by David Grayson

Through the pain and depression of a long hospitalization, Grayson discovers the inner strengths and resources that man possesses.

180 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1990

About the author

Pen-name of Ray Stannard Baker


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Reviews

[Cindy Tomamichel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have long had a quote by David Grayson "Adventure is not outside a man, it is within", so I was thrilled to find a copy quite by chance. This is a great book, along the lines of Thoreau. It is a book for thinking and enjoying, and many lines will stay with you forever.

Plunged into sickness, the author recounts his inner journey from despair and hopelessness to absolute joy in the small and great things of life. The notion of a lifetime of reading making for a rich inner life that can be explored at leisure is the main theme he explores. Lying ill, his mind travels back into the great thoughts and poems and spends time teasing out the full richness and depth of meaning.

Grayson wrote many books, including some on political and racial topics, and in his time was an adviser to the president. While old fashioned, this book is one that can re inspire gratitude in the small things of life. It is well worth searching out and reading.

[Stephen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Charming book; a call to slow down, and savour your thoughts and feelings, and the outer world. Whether it be listening to birds chirping, or enjoying a pumpkin pie.

[Jessica Toro · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very enjoyable quick and easy read, about illness forcing a person to slow down, and take the time, he otherwise would not have had in a busy life, to enjoy the simple pleasures of the world, and to digest good literature and life changing things others may overlook.