The book, written by Arnold Bennett in 1910, is part of a larger work entitled How to Live. In this volume, he offers practical advice on how one might live (as opposed to just existing) within the confines of 24 hours a day. The book includes the following chapters: The Daily Miracle The Desire to Exceed One's Programme Precautions before Beginning The Cause of the Trouble Tennis and the Immortal Soul Remember Human Nature Controlling the Mind The Reflective Mood Interest in the Arts Nothing in Life is Humdrum Serious Reading Dangers to Avoid