The Investment of Influence: A Study of Social Sympathy and Service
The Power of Influence: Transforming Society Through Social SympathyBy Newell Dwight Hillis
Length6h 11m
About this audiobook
In "The Investment of Influence: A Study of Social Sympathy and Service," Newell Dwight Hillis explores the intricate dynamics of human relationships and the seminal role of individual influence within society. Utilizing a blend of philosophical insight and empirical observation, Hillis articulates the necessity of social sympathy as a cornerstone for effective community engagement. The literary style is both persuasive and reflective, marked by eloquent prose and a deep moral imperative. This work emerges at a time when the social fabric of American society was rapidly evolving, addressing the pressing need for ethical leadership and communal responsibility during the early 20th century. Hillis, a prominent Congregational minister and societal reformer, was profoundly influenced by the intellectual climate of his time, including the rise of the Progressive Movement. His commitment to social justice and personal accountability is evident throughout his oeuvre, lending a depth of personal conviction to his treatise on influence and service. Hillis's experiences as a pastor and leader in social causes provided a rich backdrop for the ideas presented in this book, allowing him to blend theoretical discussion with practical application. This book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the power of personal and collective influence in shaping a compassionate society. Hillis's profound insights encourage readers to reflect on their own roles within their communities while inspiring action through genuine service and empathy.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length6 hrs 11 mins
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Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FOREWORD.
16CHAPTER VII.
2CONTENTS.: CHAP.
17RENOWN THROUGH SELF-RENUNCIATION.
3INFLUENCE, AND THE ATMOSPHERE MAN CARRIES.
18CHAPTER VIII.
4CHAPTER I.
19THE GENTLENESS OF TRUE GIANTHOOD.
5LIFE'S GREAT HEARTS, AND THE HELPFULNESS OF THE HIGHER MANHOOD.
20CHAPTER IX.
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6CHAPTER II.
21THE THUNDER OF SILENT FIDELITY:
7THE INVESTMENT OF TALENT AND ITS RETURN.
22CHAPTER X.
8CHAPTER III.
23INFLUENCE, AND THE STRATEGIC ELEMENT IN OPPORTUNITY.
9VICARIOUS LIVES AS INSTRUMENTS OF SOCIAL PROGRESS.
24CHAPTER XI.
10CHAPTER IV.
25INFLUENCE, AND THE PRINCIPLE OF REACTION IN LIFE AND CHARACTER.
11GENIUS, AND THE DEBT OF STRENGTH.
26CHAPTER XII.
12CHAPTER V.
27THE LOVE THAT PERFECTS LIFE.
13THE TIME ELEMENT IN INDIVIDUAL CHARACTER AND SOCIAL GROWTH.
28CHAPTER XIII.
14CHAPTER VI.
29HOPE'S HARVEST, AND THE FAR-OFF INTEREST OF TEARS.
15THE SUPREMACY OF HEART OVER BRAIN.
30CHAPTER XIV.
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