About this book
Robert Haven Schauffler’s The Joyful Heart is a spirited philosophical guide that teaches how to recover and sustain exuberance amid the strains of early 20th-century life. Written as a manual for the sad, bored, anxious, and weary, Schauffler blends reflective philosophy with practical counsel—advocating vigor of body, mind, and spirit as the foundation of a flourishing life and a healthy society.
Set against the backdrop of the World War I era, the book argues that joy is not mere frivolity but a civic and moral resource: "nobly happy" people form the power and beauty of the state. Schauffler explores topics from the discipline of daily enthusiasm to the solitary art of finding companionship with one’s "Auto Comrade," the role of artistic exuberance in public life, and strategies for investing personal vitality wisely. His tone moves between lyrical observation and clear, actionable advice, offering timeless reflections on travel, work, creativity, and the pursuit of lasting contentment.
Ideal for listeners who enjoy philosophy, classic self-improvement, and cultural history, this audiobook offers practical uplift and elegant prose for anyone seeking renewed joy and resilience in turbulent times.
