Serpents In Hedges: A Plea For Moderation In The Hours Employed In Business (1850)

By Samuel Martin

Book Overview

Serpents In Hedges: A Plea For Moderation In The Hours Employed In Business is a book written by Samuel Martin and originally published in 1850. The book is a call for moderation in the amount of time people spend working, arguing that excessive work hours can lead to physical and mental health problems, as well as harm personal relationships and overall quality of life. Martin uses the metaphor of serpents hiding in hedges to represent the dangers of overworking and the importance of taking time for rest and leisure. The book also touches on the economic and social implications of overworking, including the exploitation of laborers and the need for fair wages and working conditions. Overall, Serpents In Hedges is a timeless reminder of the importance of balance and moderation in all aspects of life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166927369
• ISBN13: 9781166927363
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"