Louis Cornaro / Luigi Cornero
Discourses on the Sober Life is a book written by Luigi Cornaro, an Italian nobleman and philosopher, in the 16th century. The book is a treatise on the benefits of living a moderate and sober life, and it is divided into four discourses. In the first discourse, Cornaro discusses his own personal experience of living a sober life and the benefits he has gained from it. He argues that by living a life of moderation, one can achieve a long and healthy life.In the second discourse, Cornaro provides practical advice on how to live a sober life. He discusses the importance of eating healthy foods in moderation, getting enough exercise, and avoiding excess in all things.In the third discourse, Cornaro addresses the objections that some may have to living a sober life. He argues that the pleasures of excess are fleeting and ultimately unsatisfying, while the benefits of a sober life are long-lasting and fulfilling.In the final discourse, Cornaro concludes by emphasizing the importance of living a sober life for the sake of one’s own health and well-being. He argues that by living a sober life, one can achieve not only physical health, but also mental and spiritual well-being.Overall, Discourses on the Sober Life is a timeless classic that offers practical advice and philosophical insights on how to live a healthy and fulfilling life.Introduction by: Carrington, Hereward; Shelton, Herbert M.Louis. Cornaro lived to be 102 in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. He was told at the age of 40 he didn’t have long to live. He reformed his diet and mode of living and reached an age quite unusual for his era. First Discourse: On a temperate and healthful life; Second Discourse: Showing the surest method of correcting an infirm constitution; Third Discourse: The method of enjoying complete happiness in old age; Fourth Discourse: An exhortation to a sober and regular life, in order to attain old age.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
