Best Selling Books by David Grayson

Your own personal diary with excerpts from Grayson''s writing and lots of space for your own reflections.

Reproduction of the original: Adventures in Contentment by David Grayson

A charming Christmas tale of a couple whose Christmas guests are unable to come, so they invite other last-minute guests to help them eat their holiday feast. Full of good spirit!

Thoughts on ridding ourselves of the excess baggage of property, possessions, and material trappings. "I heard a man today complaining of the trouble he has with his property -- but he could so easily have less of it!"

"So often the only way to get a man to look up is to get him down. A man utterly on his back has to look up. I remember one evening..." And away, on another adventure with David Graysin, this time to the Wicked City. "In war," Grayson says, "you do not do what you wish but what you must." It was the era of the Great War, and Grayson was to fight it, "not with a sword nor with a plough, but with a pen. That drudgery!" The Great War is on, and Grayson is called to serve, not with sword but with pen. The was effort means leaving his beloved Hempfield to return to The Wicked City. Yet as much as he disliked the move, "In the City I came to understand many strange, new things about life and people, and the way to live."

When you give A Gift of Friendship, you give some of the finest of David Grayson''s writings: "What is more satisfactory to the human heart than to be needed and to know we are needed?"

Ray Stannard Baker (1870-1946) was an American journalist and author. He launched his career as a journalist in 1892 with the Chicago News-Record, where he covered the Pullman Strike and Coxey''s Army in 1893. In 1898, he joined the staff of McClure''s, a pioneer muckraking magazine, and quickly rose to prominence along with Lincoln Steffens and Ida Tarbell. He also dabbled in fiction, writing children''s stories for the magazine Youth''s Companion and a nine-volume series of stories about rural living in America, the first of which was titled Adventures in Contentment under the pseudonym David Grayson. In 1906, Baker, Steffens and Tarbell left McClure''s and created American Magazine. In 1908, he wrote the book Following the Color Line, becoming the first prominent journalist to examine America''s racial divide.

Quiet contemplations on the delights of life that we so often overlook, the common everyday pleasures: "Some may think that these common things are not riches; so many people have riches all around them that they never see".

A contextual history of Massachusetts'' Olmsted National Historic Site

In "The Friendly Road: New Adventures in Contentment," David Grayson embarks on a poignant journey exploring the theme of personal fulfillment and contentment in the face of modern life''s complexities. Blending elements of memoir with philosophy, Grayson employs a lyrical prose style that evokes the pastoral beauty of his surroundings. The narrative is rich with observations on nature, human connections, and the search for deeper meaning, situating it within the early 20th-century movement that sought to counter urban industrialization with a return to simpler, more fulfilling lifestyles. David Grayson, the pen name of Ray Stannard Baker, was an influential American writer and journalist deeply invested in the themes of community and self-sufficiency. His experiences with the natural world and interactions with everyday people informed his perspective, which emphasizes the importance of genuine relationships and an authentic life. Grayson''s background in journalism and his progressive ideas resonate throughout the text, offering readers a blend of insight and inspiration. This book is highly recommended for anyone seeking a tranquil, reflective read that encourages self-discovery and appreciation of life''Äôs simple pleasures. Grayson''Äôs thought-provoking narrative serves as both a guide and a comfort, reminding us of the richness found in everyday encounters and the importance of contentment in our chaotic world.

Take Care is a practical guide that will enable employers to better understand and support employees with caring responsibilities. It presents this as part of good management practice that strengthens organizational resilience and sustainability, and also argues that this is now an integral element of being a responsible employer and organisation.

Solace for the souls of those who have become hopelessly trapped in our hectic, fast-paced world: "You are in a hurry. Don''t wait! I shall watch you go by. When you have hurried long enough, come back to me. I shall be here".

Ray Stannard Baker (1870-1946) was an American journalist and author. He launched his career as a journalist in 1892 with the Chicago News-Record, where he covered the Pullman Strike and Coxey''s Army in 1893. In 1898, he joined the staff of McClure''s, a pioneer muckraking magazine, and quickly rose to prominence along with Lincoln Steffens and Ida Tarbell. He also dabbled in fiction, writing children''s stories for the magazine Youth''s Companion and a nine-volume series of stories about rural living in America, the first of which was titled Adventures in Contentment under the pseudonym David Grayson. In 1906, Baker, Steffens and Tarbell left McClure''s and created American Magazine. In 1908, he wrote the book Following the Color Line, becoming the first prominent journalist to examine America''s racial divide.

It is estimated that there are more than 110 national and international business-led corporate responsibility coalitions. Given the growing reach and significance of these alliances, there is now a critical need for an informed and balanced analysis of their achievements, their progress, and their potential. In Corporate Responsibility Coalitions, the first book to chronicle the subject, David Grayson and Jane Nelson explore the past, present, and future of these coalitions. They consider the emergence of new models of collective corporate action over the past four decades; the increasing number of these coalitions, their diversity and complexity; and how they network with each other and a broader set of institutions that promote sustainable capitalism. Drawing on their global study, the authors light the way for the future development of these influential alliances. In addition, they provide in-depth profiles of the most strategic, effective, and long-standing coalitions.

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In "Hempfield," David Grayson''Äîan influential writer known for his deeply introspective and rural narratives''Äîexplores the complexities of life in a small farming community during the early 20th century. The novel is imbued with a rich, lyrical style that captures the grandeur of the American landscape while addressing themes of unity, conflict, and the transformative power of nature. Set against the backdrop of a changing agrarian society, Grayson''Äôs prose reflects both the pastoral beauty and the harsh realities of rural life, inviting readers to contemplate the interwoven destinies of its characters and their environment. David Grayson, the pen name of Ray Stannard Baker, was an influential figure in early American literature, embodying the spirit of modernity and the nostalgia for simpler times. His personal experiences as a rural farmer and social reformer deeply informed his writing, shedding light on the struggles and aspirations of ordinary people. This nuanced understanding of his subjects enriches "Hempfield," allowing him to craft authentic characters who navigate the tensions between progress and tradition. For readers seeking a poignant exploration of the human condition intertwined with the natural world, "Hempfield" is an essential addition to the canon of American literature. Its timeless themes and masterful storytelling prompt introspection about community and personal growth, making it a significant work for both literary scholars and casual readers alike.

This guide to Mozart''s two most popular piano concertos--the D minor, K. 466, and the C major, K. 467 (the so-called "Elvira Madigan")--presents the historical background of the works, placing them within the context of Mozart''s compositional and performance activities at a time when his reputation as both composer and pianist was at its peak. The special nature of the concerto, as both a form and genre, is explored through a selective survey of some of the approaches that various critics have taken in discussing Mozart''s concertos. The concluding chapter discusses a wide range of issues of interest to modern performers.

Through the pain and depression of a long hospitalisation, Grayson discovers the inner strengths and resources that man possesses.

"Grayson''s followers will find further reminiscences, observations, commentary in this new collection of articles on country living. There are bees, onions, trees, birds, fish, part-time farming, books, quotations, there are the joys of manual labor, the delights of country living, the leisurely learning, the philosophy of growing older not unhappily, the constant rejuvenation from the earth, the lessons of illness and the importance of inner peace to face the world of today. Contemplative, soothing this."--Kirkus

David Grayson makes friends for the enjoyment of their association. He gives us delightful character pictures of the sturdy country folk who are his neighbors. You will find yourself included in his list of friends after you have read "Adventures in Friendship" and will be happy when he speaks to you through his writings - breathing the breath of humanity. If you do not know David Grayson, you have still a rare gem to add to your crown of acquaintances. Know him and you know a host of people - good, wholesome friends that you may have known before but did not appreciate. Grayson will throw a bright light on their lives - and on your own. Oh, Grayson will stir you. If he doesn''t, examine yourself - the fault is with you. Grayson gets to the heart of every normal human being. You, he will bring you back to contentment, back to the joy of living. Grayson is an instructor in the art of living. Read him and understand. This is what he does: He gives you a new grasp on life through his Adventures. Gives you a kinder feeling toward all humanity through his Friendships. Teaches you to be self-contained in his Contentment and keeps you in tune with Nature through his Possessions. He makes you a better woman or man.