Service

Service

by Henry David Thoreau

Published in 1854, "Service" is an essay by Henry David Thoreau that explores the meaning of human life through the lens of service. In this work, Thoreau argues that the ultimate purpose of life is to serve others and that true happiness can only be found through acts of selflessness and compassion. "Service" is a classic work of American literature that continues to inspire readers today with its timeless insights into the human condition.

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Henry David Thoreau

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Thoreau's careful observations and devastating conclusions have rippled into time, becoming stronger as the weaknesses Thoreau noted have become more pronounced. Events that seem to be completely unre...

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