Self-Education: Or The Means And Art Of Moral Progress is a book written by Joseph-Marie Gerando in 1833. The book is a comprehensive guide to self-improvement and personal development, focusing on the moral and intellectual aspects of self-education. Gerando argues that education is not just about acquiring knowledge, but also about developing one's character and cultivating virtues such as self-discipline, perseverance, and moral integrity. The book is divided into three parts. The first part discusses the importance of self-education and the various means and methods that can be used to achieve it. Gerando emphasizes the role of reading, writing, and reflection in self-improvement, as well as the importance of setting goals and developing a plan for personal growth. The second part of the book focuses on the art of moral progress, exploring the various virtues that are essential for personal development. Gerando discusses the importance of honesty, humility, compassion, and other virtues, and provides practical advice on how to cultivate them. The third and final part of the book is dedicated to the practical application of self-education and moral progress. Gerando provides examples of individuals who have successfully applied the principles of self-education to achieve personal and professional success, and offers guidance on how readers can do the same. Overall, Self-Education: Or The Means And Art Of Moral Progress is a timeless guide to personal development and self-improvement. It offers practical advice and insights that are still relevant today, and provides readers with the tools they need to achieve their full potential.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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