It is a very famous book considering life from a philosophical point of view in the Western countries. It recommends for us to acquire not only knowledge but also morality.
Unexpectedly the title of Chapter 1 is "The Physical Basis." It says that a strong body is important to spend intellectual life. But for a strong body as the container of the spirit, we should not spend our intellectual life.

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The Intellectual Life ペーパーバック – 2017/6/12
英語版
Philip Gilbert Hamerton
(著)
First published in 1873, this is probably the best-known work of this 19th Century English artist, art critic and author.I propose, in the following pages, to consider the possibilities of a satisfactory intellectual life under various conditions of ordinary human existence. It will form a part of my plan to take into account favorable and unfavorable influences of many kinds; and my chief purpose, so far as any effect upon others may be hoped for, will be to guard some who may read the book alike against the loss of time caused by unnecessary discouragement, and the waste of effort which is the consequence of misdirected energies. The essence of the book may be expressed in a few sentences, the rest being little more than evidence or illustration. I have written for all classes, in the conviction that the intellectual life is really within the reach of every one who earnestly desires it.
- 本の長さ472ページ
- 言語英語
- 発売日2017/6/12
- 寸法15.19 x 2.41 x 22.91 cm
- ISBN-10154804959X
- ISBN-13978-1548049591
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紙の本を入手すると2000円位しますが、web版は無料。更に使い易くて有り難いです。
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優れた訳本が出ているので、内容はそちらを読んでもかまわないが、「知的生活」の一環として是非この原書を読んで欲しい、というか読むべき本。
原書を読まなければならない本というのは少ないが、この本は語り口やその英語の文体のすばらしさで、その少ない本のうちの一冊。英語の力に自信がなく、「日本人は英語なんて出来なくて良い」と普段公言している私だが、もし英語が必要な人は、こういう本を読むことで「知的生活」と英語の勉強が出来るのは良いのではないか。
内容は有名なのであまり述べないが、「知的っぽい」生半可な知識を重視するハウツー本と異なる、大変だが中身のある「知的生活」の全てがこの本に書かれている。
原書を読まなければならない本というのは少ないが、この本は語り口やその英語の文体のすばらしさで、その少ない本のうちの一冊。英語の力に自信がなく、「日本人は英語なんて出来なくて良い」と普段公言している私だが、もし英語が必要な人は、こういう本を読むことで「知的生活」と英語の勉強が出来るのは良いのではないか。
内容は有名なのであまり述べないが、「知的っぽい」生半可な知識を重視するハウツー本と異なる、大変だが中身のある「知的生活」の全てがこの本に書かれている。
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正直、ハマトンは内容が秀逸だとは思わない。たいした人物ではなかったし。
でも模範的な英文を勉強するのには最適だと思う。
でも模範的な英文を勉強するのには最適だと思う。
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Gary Jedynak
5つ星のうち5.0
The Intellectual Life by Philip Gilbert Hamerton ---Paperback 8x11
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Hamerton uses the word 'intellectual' in the circa 1870's European sense. With careful attention to that word and the 19th century authorship, this book's subject matter itself is perhaps the best book of its kind. For those intellectuals seeking guidance or mentors who seeking guidance for their mentees Hamerton's elegant writing style is a delight for all those who are so intrigued. Hamerton wrote several other equally prescient books.
Hamerton presents his thesis and personal concern using many short stories about the experience of his friends, acquaintances, and his own life. These individuals had very different beginnings in life yet found themselves on similar trajectories. Many if not most of us might (have) find this book life-changing if read seriously while young. However it is edifying at any age. Hamerton gently reminds us throughout life is short and smart people amidst their dreams often overestimate what they can do in a lifetime. Hence they often make a mess in subsequent shortfalls. As a good example of someone avoiding this consequence of haste in living thoughtfully, Hamerton recounts the wisdom of his father's approach to life.
As he used the male pronoun Hamerton throughout, note he writes for both genders (if you read carefully) explaining British culture (~1873) did not recognize female intellectualism. Hence few young women were able to get support for such an orientation. Hamerton clearly observes there was no reason why women could not seek development of a higher intellect. Several of his stories were about young women.
On the topic of the welfare of unmarried men, who as men found it easier to develop as intellectuals in 1873 circa Britain, he laments their frustration with finding suitable marriage prospects. These few women would understand and accept their husbands' psychology and be undaunted by their often uncommon personalities. He notes the unliklihood of this type of match might lead to poor alternative choices. Happily for Hamerton he did find just the right woman although late in life.
The type font chosen for this publishing, perhaps for economy, has a very thin letter style (ie font weight) and for me is somewhat harder to read. Otherwise this soft cover version is well-made. There are the online versions however as a bookshelf destined gift this book is a classic. There are more recent hardcover reprints. Thus the paperback is a bargain. Otherwise it will be rare book prices for the 1873 printing. Beware there is another book of very similar title but different author. My five star rating is for the original literary work and does not reflect the quality of this particular publication.
Hamerton presents his thesis and personal concern using many short stories about the experience of his friends, acquaintances, and his own life. These individuals had very different beginnings in life yet found themselves on similar trajectories. Many if not most of us might (have) find this book life-changing if read seriously while young. However it is edifying at any age. Hamerton gently reminds us throughout life is short and smart people amidst their dreams often overestimate what they can do in a lifetime. Hence they often make a mess in subsequent shortfalls. As a good example of someone avoiding this consequence of haste in living thoughtfully, Hamerton recounts the wisdom of his father's approach to life.
As he used the male pronoun Hamerton throughout, note he writes for both genders (if you read carefully) explaining British culture (~1873) did not recognize female intellectualism. Hence few young women were able to get support for such an orientation. Hamerton clearly observes there was no reason why women could not seek development of a higher intellect. Several of his stories were about young women.
On the topic of the welfare of unmarried men, who as men found it easier to develop as intellectuals in 1873 circa Britain, he laments their frustration with finding suitable marriage prospects. These few women would understand and accept their husbands' psychology and be undaunted by their often uncommon personalities. He notes the unliklihood of this type of match might lead to poor alternative choices. Happily for Hamerton he did find just the right woman although late in life.
The type font chosen for this publishing, perhaps for economy, has a very thin letter style (ie font weight) and for me is somewhat harder to read. Otherwise this soft cover version is well-made. There are the online versions however as a bookshelf destined gift this book is a classic. There are more recent hardcover reprints. Thus the paperback is a bargain. Otherwise it will be rare book prices for the 1873 printing. Beware there is another book of very similar title but different author. My five star rating is for the original literary work and does not reflect the quality of this particular publication.

Amy
5つ星のうち5.0
Great book
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My son saw this in a doctors office and just needed it. It’s a fun and interesting read! It’s very unique!

Fu Xi
5つ星のうち5.0
A Unique and Wonderful BooK
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This book is not about being an intellectual in the American sense of showing off, but about how to be a scholar or other whose work is based on thought. In my case it is science and ancient Chinese thought. The advice in the book applies equally to both fields.
It points out that intellectual work requires asceticism and this is quite true in my experience. Many hours must be spent in study and at the lab bench or computer. While interaction with other scholars is part of the reward, one cannot contribute without the solitary hours of reading and writing.
The book is somewhat repetitious and, like most French philosophy, highly abstract. Yet it is the only source I have found that addresses the life of the mind so completely.
Highly recommended both for those beginning a life of scholarship and for acccomplished scholars who want to reflect on their lives.
It points out that intellectual work requires asceticism and this is quite true in my experience. Many hours must be spent in study and at the lab bench or computer. While interaction with other scholars is part of the reward, one cannot contribute without the solitary hours of reading and writing.
The book is somewhat repetitious and, like most French philosophy, highly abstract. Yet it is the only source I have found that addresses the life of the mind so completely.
Highly recommended both for those beginning a life of scholarship and for acccomplished scholars who want to reflect on their lives.

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5つ星のうち5.0
Good read
2020年11月20日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
Classic, good read for everyone in these tough times.