内容简介：
This work was written on the lines of self-help and character, and contains many fresh instances of what can be accomplished by honest force of will and steady perseverance. Contents: the man and gentleman; great men, great workers; great young men; great old men; lineage of talent and genius; literary ailment, over brainwork; health, hobbies; town and country life; single and married, helpmeets; evening of life, last thoughts of great men.