An Apology for Idlers by Robert Louis Stevenson

This essay champions the value of leisure, arguing that idleness fosters thought, observation, and emotional well-being. Stevenson critiques society's obsession with productivity, suggesting that those who watch and wonder may understand life better than those who simply labor. The piece has no plot but unfolds as a reflective and contrarian argument. It encourages readers to embrace life at a gentler pace. A witty and wise defense of daydreaming and disengagement.