Upton Sinclair's The Book of Life is a contains well founded advice
and consists of two parts. The first part, Book of the Mind, covers
spiritual topics such as faith, morality, and the subconscious.
With intense conversations on the definition of each as well as
their relationship and codependence on each other, Sinclair answers
tough life questions and provides many thought-provoking ideas.
While the first part of Sinclair's work concerns the intangibles in
life, focusing on matters of the mind, the second part of The Book
of Life elects to address physical topics. Book of the Body shares
Sinclair's thoughts and research on diets, featuring discussions on
how people should consume food, including fasting, and poisonous
products. In this section he talks about diseases as well, citing
their causes and offering advice on how to avoid them. Book of the
Body also contains Sinclair's advice on love, marriage, and sex.
With these topics, Sinclair focuses on both the mental and physical
attributes of life, advising how to lead the most fulfilling life
possible. Though some of his ideas and advice are dated, The Book
of Life remains relevant and interesting to a modern audience.
First, though philosophy has progressed since Sinclair's time, some
human truths have remained evident and ever-present. Furthermore,
this historical novel reveals the culture and world Sinclair was
writing in, as well as allowing readers an intimate side of the
esteemed author's personality. The Book of Life serves as an
encouraging work for thought, action, and gives great insights for
how Upton Sinclair lived and what he believed. This edition of The
Book of Life by Upton Sinclair is now presented in a modern,
readable font and features a striking new cover design. With these
accommodations, contemporary readers are allowed unparalleled
access to Sinclair's insight on love, sex, health, faith, and
morality.
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