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A new edition of author Arnold Bennett's classic self-help book on maximizing human potential, The Human Machine: A Pocket Philosophy , providing practical advice on mastering life by mastering one's mind. Arnold Bennett (1867-1931) was an English novelist and playwright best... Read Full Overview

Arnold Bennett's "The Human Machine" is a thought-provoking work that delves into the intricacies of human behavior and personal development. Published in 1908, the book is a collection of essays that explore the concept of self-improvement and the art of living. Bennett, a prolific... Read Full Overview

As well as Bennetts novels, his non-fiction work has withstood the test of time, and is widely read today. In the Human Machine, Bennett explores the vital questions about how we can operate to our optimum potential. His answers are efficient and practical, and they work for... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

Here is what Bennett himself said about this book:t has never struck you that you possess a machine? That machine is yourself. You are the most fascinating bit of machinery that ever was. Considering that we have to spend the whole of our lives in this human machine, considering... Read Full Overview

This book is a detailed exploration of the various systems and functions of the human body, written in an accessible and engaging style. Bennett, a prolific author and journalist, covers topics such as digestion, circulation, and the nervous system, as well as the psychological... Read Full Overview

Arnold Bennett (1867-1931) was a British writer and journalist. Bennett is perhaps best known for non-fiction works such as How to Live on 24 Hours a Day and Mental Efficiency.

"You are the most fascinating bit of machinery that ever was. You do yourself less than justice. It is said that men are only interested in themselves. The truth is that, as a rule, men are interested in every mortal thing except themselves. They have a habit of taking... Read Full Overview