A Life In Earnest: Commended To Young Men In A Course Of Lectures (1848) is a book written by Charles Billings Smith. The book is a collection of lectures that aim to provide guidance and inspiration to young men. The lectures cover a wide range of topics, including the importance of living a purposeful life, the value of hard work and perseverance, the importance of cultivating good habits, and the role of religion in shaping one's character. Throughout the book, Smith emphasizes the importance of living a life of integrity and purpose, and encourages young men to strive for excellence in all aspects of their lives. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for anyone seeking guidance and inspiration on their journey through life. Overall, A Life In Earnest is a timeless classic that continues to inspire readers to this day.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.