The Land of the Fighting Chance by Herbert Kaufman
A critical essay argues that true originality comes from genuine ideas and effort, not from imitation or entitlement. It contends that opportunity in America remains real, with success earned through merit despite prevailing distractions and societal pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Kaufman
Christopher Columbus
Hector
Europe
Japan
America
Your Future Manager: Nurturing the Young for Success
A long, image laden piece argues companies should invest in youth, training boys as future leaders. It extols the value of coaching, shaping a “green timber” successor, and warns against early overstrain. It cites examples of executives formed by training schools and predicts high dividends from such programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Hill
Woolworth
Tom
Danny Andy
Cath
Muaudlin
After Rubens and the call to create original art
The piece argues against gallery horde copying of masters like Rubens, Van Dyck, and Mu villo. It condemns mimery as stealing vitality and personality, urging artists to trust inspiration, keep faith, and pursue original, bold work rather than imitate others. Maintain integrity. seize tomorrow with talent and determination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Rubens
Muvillo
van Dyck
Pills and Wills in Medical Triumphs and Limits
A compact meditation on medicine and mindset by Herbert Kaufman. The piece argues that modern physicians rely on patient will and belief as much as on drugs. It notes that faith and hope can amplify remedies while skepticism undermines efficacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Kaufman
Great Britain
A Brand From the Burning and the Fireman Solution
A fire fiend drawn to Prometheus imagery is tried and convicted before remand for sentence. A psychologist suggests a cure by vocation, turning him into a fireman to channel his impulse into a useful role. The piece argues social engineering via tailored work can reduce accidents as we learn and adjust individuals to utility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Prometheus