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Desiderata: The Classic Manifesto for Living a Happy Life, with Additional Poems
A pocket-size edition of the beloved inspirational poem
Written by Max Ehrmann in 1927, Desiderata is one of the most loved poetic works of the 20th century, inspiring readers to nurture peace and contentment in their lives and walk through times of chaos with wisdom. In Latin the title means “things to be desired” and the prose poem offers us a simple, profound vision of what a good life might be.
The ideas of at the heart of Desiderata ―to listen to the words of others, to resist cynicism, to keep peace in the depths of your soul―are universal and powerful. These timeless lines of poetry offer a balm to the maelstrom of modern life and a voice of calm in restless days. In addition to Desiderata , the book includes a thoughtful selection of Ehrmann's other poetry.
This edition of Desiderata is part of the Essential Pocket Classics series, which publishes beautiful, small editions of beloved classics.
Written by Max Ehrmann in 1927, Desiderata is one of the most loved poetic works of the 20th century, inspiring readers to nurture peace and contentment in their lives and walk through times of chaos with wisdom. In Latin the title means “things to be desired” and the prose poem offers us a simple, profound vision of what a good life might be.
The ideas of at the heart of Desiderata ―to listen to the words of others, to resist cynicism, to keep peace in the depths of your soul―are universal and powerful. These timeless lines of poetry offer a balm to the maelstrom of modern life and a voice of calm in restless days. In addition to Desiderata , the book includes a thoughtful selection of Ehrmann's other poetry.
This edition of Desiderata is part of the Essential Pocket Classics series, which publishes beautiful, small editions of beloved classics.
64 pages, Paperback
Published July 4, 2023
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Max Ehrmann
80 books146 followersMax Ehrmann (September 26, 1872 - September 9, 1945), an attorney from Indiana, was best known for writing the prose poem "Desiderata" (Latin: "things desired as essential") in 1927.
Ehrmann, who was of German descent, received a degree in English from DePauw University, followed by a degree in Philosophy from Harvard University. He then returned to his hometown of Terre Haute, Indiana to practice law. Eventually this led him to work in his family's meatpacking business and in the overalls manufacturing industry. Finally at the age of 41, Ehrmann decided to forget such work and become a writer. At the age of 55 he wrote Desiderata, which achieved fame only after his death
Ehrmann, who was of German descent, received a degree in English from DePauw University, followed by a degree in Philosophy from Harvard University. He then returned to his hometown of Terre Haute, Indiana to practice law. Eventually this led him to work in his family's meatpacking business and in the overalls manufacturing industry. Finally at the age of 41, Ehrmann decided to forget such work and become a writer. At the age of 55 he wrote Desiderata, which achieved fame only after his death
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