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Laugh and Live

By Douglas Fairbanks
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A series of concise essays offering practical guidance on cultivating a joyful, purposeful life through attitude and habit. The chapters advocate cultivating cheerfulness and energy, developing a strong and wholesome personality, and embracing honesty, cleanliness of body and mind, and consideration for others. They stress early initiative, self-education by good reading, physical and mental preparedness, financial moderation, resisting self-indulgence, assuming responsibility, and timely marriage. Anecdote and moral reflection combine with direct advice, and the collection closes with a personal close-up portrait of the author.

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Douglas Fairbanks

Douglas Fairbanks was an American actor, screenwriter, and producer, widely recognized as one of the most prominent figures of early Hollywood. Known for his charismatic performances and athletic prowess, he became a leading star in silent films during the 1910s and 1920s. Fairbanks is particularly celebrated for his roles in adventure films, which showcased his talent for physical comedy and swashbuckling action. His notable works include 'Laugh and Live' and 'Making Life Worth While,' both of which reflect his optimistic outlook on life and the importance of personal fulfillment. Beyond acting, Fairbanks was instrumental in the founding of United Artists, a significant production company that changed the landscape of American cinema.

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