Gambling; or, Fortuna, her temple and shrine. The true philosophy and ethics of gambling

"Gambling; or, Fortuna, her Temple and Shrine" by James Harold Romain is a late 1800s exploration into gambling’s heart, both its history and its sway over people throughout time. The author seeks to break down the morality of games of chance and argues for a fresh perspective on their ancient pull on us. Woven throughout the book is a metaphor of two knights whose conflicting perspectives of a shield color reflect divided opinions on gambling. The book examines past studies on gambling, suggesting they missed deeper understandings and solutions, asserting that only showing gambling doesn't help us understand its perceived negatives. Romain highlights mankind’s instinct to gamble, questions fate, morality, and social pressures, and prepares to dive deep into gambling’s ethical questions as the book advances.