The Business of Being a Friend (1916)

The Business Of Being A Friend, written by Bertha Conde and published in 1916, is a book that explores the concept of friendship and the role it plays in our lives. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of friendship.In the first chapter, Conde introduces the idea that friendship is a business, and that like any business, it requires effort and investment in order to be successful. She argues that true friendship is not just a matter of liking someone, but of actively working to maintain the relationship.Subsequent chapters delve into topics such as the qualities of a good friend, the importance of communication in friendship, and the role of forgiveness in maintaining strong relationships. Conde also explores the idea of friendship as a source of personal growth and fulfillment, and argues that having strong friendships can help us to become better people.Throughout the book, Conde draws on examples from literature and real life to illustrate her points, and provides practical advice for readers who want to improve their friendships. The Business Of Being A Friend is a timeless book that offers valuable insights into the nature of friendship and how to cultivate strong, meaningful relationships.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.