Gambling; or, Fortuna, her temple and shrine. by James Harold Romain

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Author Romain, James Harold
LoC No. 10020367
Title Gambling; or, Fortuna, her temple and shrine.
The true philosophy and ethics of gambling
Note Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Gambling; or, Fortuna, her Temple and Shrine" by James Harold Romain is a philosophical and ethical treatise written in the late 19th century. The work explores the nature of gambling, examining its historical significance and its profound influence on human behavior across civilizations. Romain aims to dissect the moral implications of gambling while calling for an understanding of the complexities surrounding this age-old practice. At the start of the book, the author discusses the contrasting views surrounding gambling throughout history, introducing an illustrative tale of two knights who misinterpret their perceptions of a shield's color, which serves as a metaphor for the differing opinions on gambling. Romain critiques previous works on gambling for failing to address its root causes and implications, asserting that a mere depiction of gambling does not contribute to the understanding or prevention of its perceived evils. He emphasizes the inevitability of gambling as a human instinct and poses various philosophical questions regarding chance, morality, and societal influences, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the ethics of gambling as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Gambling
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EBook-No. 60005
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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