Self Help with Illustrations of Conduct and Perseverance

Focusing on Victorian values, the author emphasizes the importance of hard work, character, thrift, and duty through his didactic writings. His most renowned work, Self-Help, lays the foundation for these principles, which are further explored in his subsequent books. Smiles' writings advocate for personal responsibility and self-improvement, reflecting the era's belief in the transformative power of diligence and moral integrity.