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The Lost Art of Reading

By Gerald Stanley Lee
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A series of essays examines how modern civilisation and schooling fragment the habit of attentive reading, arguing that speed, convenience, and economic pressure encourage superficial engagement. It maps cultural distractions—from urban bustle and social self-consciousness to library routines—and diagnoses personal barriers such as egoism, fear of imagination, and the reluctance to surrender to a book. Practical remedies are offered, including selective reading strategies, modes of reading for principles, facts, feelings, and results, communal approaches to shared reading, and reforms in teaching and librarianship intended to revive contemplative, purposeful, and enjoyable reading.

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Gerald Stanley Lee

Gerald Stanley Lee was an American author and thinker known for his explorations of democracy, technology, and the art of reading. His notable work, "Crowds / A Moving-Picture of Democracy," examines the dynamics of public opinion and collective behavior in a democratic society. Lee also delved into the relationship between citizens and their government in "The Ghost in the White House," offering insights on how the populace can effectively communicate with their leaders. In addition to his social commentary, he reflected on cultural themes in "The Lost Art of Reading" and addressed the impact of technology in "The Voice of the Machines." Lee's writings contribute to discussions on the intersection of society, literature, and modernity.

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