Thoughts, Attitudes, and Ideals: Crimes of Leisure is a fascinating book written by author William Dow. This book is a philosophical work that explores the internal states and conflicts of modern society through the prism of crime that occurs in situations of recreation and entertainment. The author reveals the complexity of human psychology, the shades of emotions and the variety of ideals that underlie our actions. The book provokes the reader to think about what is hidden behind every act that a person does when he is in a state of rest. "Thoughts, moods and ideals: Crimes of recreation" is not only a literary masterpiece, but also a kind of mirror of the modern world, which helps each of us to better understand ourselves and the people around us.