The human machine, Arnold Bennett
The human machine, Arnold Bennett
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The human machine

Author: Arnold Bennett

Narrator: Andrew Jackson

Unabridged: 2 hr 22 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Loudly

Published: 03/27/2024

Categories: Nonfiction, Psychology


Synopsis

"The Human Machine" by Arnold Bennett is a classic self-help book published in 1908. In this work, Bennett explores the intricacies of human psychology and behavior, offering insights into how individuals can better understand and control their thoughts, emotions, and actions to lead more fulfilling lives. Through practical advice and philosophical reflections, Bennett delves into the inner workings of the human mind, examining topics such as habit formation, willpower, concentration, and personal development.

About Arnold Bennett

Arnold Bennett was a prolific English novelist and leading realist author during the early twentieth century. In addition to his fictional work, he also wrote selected nonfiction and criticism, including his insightful book How to Live on Twenty-Four Hours a Day.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Dianne on September 09, 2015

Ruth Golding does justice to this rather curious self-help book. Bennett's humour and descriptive come through with relative ease, allowing for a discussion of human frailties in an accessible manner. Some folks may have issues with the book length and content reflective of the era, such as the occa......more

Goodreads review by Karen on October 13, 2015

Entertaining, some useful ideas, and beautifully read by Librivox volunteer Ruth Golding, who fully brings out all the sardonic twists and wry humor. The work was four-star-worthy till the last couple chapters, which I found quite uninformed and half-baked. But overall worth a listen.......more

Goodreads review by Cassandra on January 21, 2016

A wonderful, slim text. I am endlessly amused while reading of this white westerner realizing the ancient wisdom of the east completely oblivious that he has not in fact discovered anything new. He writes as though he has discovered something no one else has ever known! This enthusiasm is delightful......more

Goodreads review by Keith on October 13, 2014

Arnold presents some interesting ideas and wisdom regarding people and the machine (their minds)! Easy to understand and one should heed the wisdom of someone such as this. It would seem they speak freak experience. I will try to put some of this into practice. I look forward to coming back and read......more

Goodreads review by Tricia on July 24, 2014

According to this book, babies are not human beings.......more