Laugh and Live by Douglas Fairbanks

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Author Fairbanks, Douglas, 1883-1939
Contributor Creel, George, 1876-1953
LoC No. 17013235
Title Laugh and Live
Note Includes: "A 'Close-Up' of Douglas Fairbanks, by George Creel, reprinted from Everybody's magazine..."
Note Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders.
Summary "Laugh and Live" by Douglas Fairbanks is a motivational self-help book written during the early 20th century. The work emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive outlook on life and harnessing the power of laughter to foster happiness and success. Fairbanks proposes that happiness is a state of mind accessible to everyone, encouraging readers to embrace laughter as a natural remedy for challenges and to cultivate a proactive and energetic approach to living. The opening of "Laugh and Live" sets the tone for Fairbanks's ethos, arguing that laughter is not just a reaction, but a deliberate act that contributes to overall well-being. He asserts that happiness comes from within and encourages readers to start their day with a laugh, underscoring the physiological benefits of humor, such as improved blood circulation and mental clarity. The author invites readers to examine their own lives and habits, suggesting that self-analysis and physical activity are crucial for happiness and success. This early section establishes a framework for the ideas Fairbanks will expand upon throughout the book, focusing on self-improvement through a positive mindset and the power of community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Subject Happiness
Category Text
EBook-No. 12887
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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