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In praise of idleness and other essays

by Bertrand Russell

This 1935 collection of essays explores social, philosophical, and economic themes, notably advocating for a reduced working day. The text examines topics ranging from education and architecture to the rise of political ideologies and their impact on Western civilisation.

Accession 29895 ISBN 0043040063 Publisher Unwin Paperbacks
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