Right Living as a Fine Art A Study of Channing's Symphony as an Outline of the Ideal Life and Character

"Right Living as a Fine Art" by Newell Dwight Hillis is a motivational study that presents a vision for an ideal existence, drawing inspiration from Channing's "My Symphony" to argue a beautiful life is attained through nurturing one’s spirit and morals. The book contrasts the emptiness of chasing wealth with the fulfilling practice of virtues like love and frugality, while also suggesting that obsession with wealth negatively impacts the cultivation of moral character. Hillis highlights how listening to the world enhances wisdom and emphasizes the significance of inner spiritual transformation. He ultimately presents the idea that finding satisfaction and beauty in life comes from aligning oneself with higher principles, especially those resembling the divine.