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The Pleasures of Ignorance

by Robert Lynd

In his witty and insightful book, The Pleasures of Ignorance, Robert Lynd argues that there is a certain joy to be found in not knowing everything. He explores the many ways in which ignorance can free us from anxiety, open our minds to new possibilities, and allow us to appreciate the simple things in life. Lynd's book is full of charming anecdotes and observations. He tells us about the time he was mistaken for a famous author, the pleasure of not knowing how to play the piano, and the beauty of a sunset that he would never have appreciated if he had known all about it. The Pleasures of Ignorance is a delightful and thought-provoking book that will make you reconsider the value of not knowing. It is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information in the world.

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English

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English

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1921

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Robert Wilson Lynd was an Irish writer, editor of poetry, urbane literary essayist, socialist and Irish nationalist. He was born in Belfast to Robert John Lynd, a Presbyterian minister, and Sarah Rent...

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