A Message to Garcia / Being a Preachment

Name: A Message to Garcia / Being a Preachment
Author: Elbert Hubbard

By Elbert Hubbard

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The collection opens with a short personal apologia and then presents a famous parable about a man entrusted with a sealed message to an elusive leader; the messenger undertakes and completes the perilous errand without questions, serving as an exemplar of initiative, loyalty, and obedient diligence. The author contrasts such dependable action with widespread sloth, excuses, and half-hearted work, criticizing reluctance to accept responsibility and urging a sturdier moral backbone in workers and citizens. Short, punchy exhortations and illustrative anecdotes argue for promptness, concentration, and self-reliance as the foundations of effective service.

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Elbert Hubbard

Elbert Hubbard (1856-1915) was an American writer, publisher, artist, and philosopher known for his influential essays and self-help literature. He founded the Roycroft artisan community in East Aurora, New York, which became a center for the Arts and Crafts movement. Hubbard's most notable work, "A Message to Garcia," emphasizes individual initiative and responsibility, resonating with readers seeking motivation and purpose. His series "Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great" showcases his admiration for historical figures, blending biographical sketches with personal reflections. Hubbard's writings reflect his belief in the power of the individual and the importance of creativity in life.