The triumphs of perseverance and enterprise, recorded as examples for the young

"The Triumphs of Perseverance and Enterprise" is a motivational compilation likely written in the early 19th century. This work aims to inspire young readers by presenting the lives of notable individuals who exemplified perseverance and industriousness in various fields such as linguistics, literature, art, and music. The book offers a blend of biographies and moral lessons crafted to encourage the youth to aspire to greatness through hard work and dedication. The opening of the book introduces the concept of perseverance through the life stories of Sir William Jones and Dr. Samuel Lee, two linguists whose determination and relentless pursuit of knowledge led them to remarkable achievements. It highlights how, despite facing numerous challenges and a lack of support, both figures excelled in mastering multiple languages and earning recognition in their respective fields. The text emphasizes the importance of perseverance over innate talent, encouraging readers to strive for excellence through diligence and hard work, thus setting the stage for a broader exploration of various historical figures exemplifying similar virtues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Cooper, Thomas, 1805-1892
Title The triumphs of perseverance and enterprise, recorded as examples for the young
Original Publication United Kingdom: Darton & Co, 1856.
Credits Bob Taylor, Brian Coe, the book cover image was created by the transcriber and is placed in the public domain, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 47.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class CT: History: Biography
Subject Biography
Category Text
eBook-No. 69994
Release Date
Last Update Oct 19, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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