On the Art of Staying at the Seaside: A Meditation at Eastbourne

Released: January 19, 2022
Length: 13 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Bookstream Audiobooks

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"On the Art of Staying at the Seaside: A Meditation at Eastbourne" by H. G. Wells is a short essay that humorously explores the nuances of enjoying a seaside stay. Through witty social satire and irony, Wells discusses the importance of relaxation, daily routines, and small errands like buying tobacco, all while emphasizing the need to sometimes simply exist without overthinking.

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