If you find antiquated English difficult to read or understand upon glance, this book is for you. If you find yourself to be quite the reverse, just go read Adam Smith's [b:The Theory of Moral Sentiments|25700|The Theory of Moral Sentiments|Adam Smith|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1328863965s/25700.jpg|308867]; it will be a better use of your time. Whilst the language Smith uses may have been lost in today's televised climate, the moral sentiments can still be found "discussed" in today's world, even in episodes of The Simpsons.

The author writes from his personal view, which appears to be as a white, married male of a certain age and disposition that really only appeals to those of similar qualities. A good portion of his story revelations have already been discovered by most females before the age of 12.

I would recommend this to anyone who is in junior high school who has not already been exposed to philosophy, early classical Greek or Roman works or any type of good literature from any geographical or temporal location. This book is very much a self-help edition for people who did not care to read the original work but still try to lead a better life.