Category: Science Publisher: Indar Maharaj
ISBN-10: 0995344000
Type: Non-Fiction
Pages: 434
Copyright: February 2, 2018
ISBN-13: 9780995344006
Price: $7.99 (eBook)
Book describing the merits of sustained effort.
Excerpt
The Eloquence of Effort reaffirms the merits of conscientious toil. It is an insightful exploration into the benefits of sustained socio-economic effort. To convincingly argue that dreams are only achievable through mind-numbing toil, the writer relies heavily on biographical, philosophical, economic, religious, historical and analytical data.
The author passionately argues that work is the mission; the multiple rewards are the byproducts. More importantly, the pleasure resides in the effort, not the results. Against the dark backdrop of malignancies inflicted on society by unrepentant leeches, the benefits of worker integrity are sharply focused. The reader is imperceptibly nudged into a higher plane of reality: namely, purposeful effort is supremely rewarding.
It is a compelling narrative which forces the realization that effort is never wasted, regardless of the outcome. Conversely, indolence is the bane of progress and the root cause of economic crimes. Indeed, corruption in all its diabolical forms is nothing but laziness masquerading as diligence and embraced by those wanting the most for the least. Analysis of biographical data sustains the thesis that industry prolongs life; indolence truncates it. It is a finding supported by the Second Law of Thermodynamics.
The persuasiveness of the arguments is supported by a wealth of references. Together, they form the final authority; they have given resonance to the arguments.
Professional Reviews
Embrace the poetry of the moment
I liked this book quite alot as the author remained true to highlighting as a species we must embrace the poetry of movement and ambition and reject stagnation in all its manifestations.
Customer
Well thought out and engaging. Definitely worth reading!
Explains how effort is rewarded
The author uses a myriad of examples of well known people from many fields to demonstrate that applied effort pays off. Definitely worth reading.
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Reviews for "The Eloquence of Effort: Beware the Path of Least Resistance"
Reviewed by Cindy Ospina
3/18/2022
Born into a rural Colombian family, I was the first to aspire to higher education. Because of dire circumstances, my family concluded that my pursuit of an academic career would be futile. Beset with ADHD and poverty-stricken, I desperately needed financial and social support systems. Moreover, I lacked role models. But I loved science and dreamt of transforming my lot: a Master’s degree in Engineering appealed to my rudimentary instincts. In this bleak environment, I found solace within the pages of The Eloquence of the Effort. Every inspirational line nourished my aspirations.
I read it slowly – a few lines a day. It spurred me on. It fuelled the motivation demanded to tackle the difficult obstacles en route to my end goal. The graphic historical references were studies in perseverance and the rewards of sustained effort. I learned how the oppression of colonialism influenced global events, especially in Latin America, the Caribbean and India; how the powerful subjugated the unsuspecting to advance their self-serving goals at the cost of millions of lives.
I was enchanted by some of the characters referenced. I could identify with them. Key characters in our historical constellation have been afflicted with ADHD or some kind of neurodiversity. The neuroses of Albert Einstein, Abraham Lincoln and Vincent Van Gogh floods the mind. I was, therefore, elated to understand that I was not weirdly unusual: that some individuals are distinct because they dare think differently. That infused me with an energy that defied explanation. I do readily acknowledge that I am not of the same thinking as the protagonists highlighted. It was reassuring, nonetheless, to see common threads. I can relate to many.
The author tried to present the facts as objectively as one could. In part, this may be due to his scientific training. I relished greatly his sense of humour and wit. How does one rationalize the paradoxes like: cheap labour is expensive; the easiest way to succeed is to work hard. Yet, in the context, it made perfect sense.
I am looking forward to reading his next book. I trust that it will feature great women. Despite my emotional frailties, I hope that someday I can figure prominently in a good book. That, however would reinforce the morals enshrined in The Eloquence of Effort.
From this small description and your reviews that are five-star, I believe you have a winner with this book that describes exactly the way that I feel about effort and results. I admire people like Elon Musk and Steve Jobs, who, in spite of their failures and idiosyncrasies, propel us forward into new realms of science and technology.
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