Isbn: 9781332958689 - practical morality, or a guide to men and manners: consisting of lord chesterfield's advice to his son (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, written during a time when formalized etiquette began to shape the behaviors of the elite, provides a guide to proper conduct in polite society. This conduct book offers novel insights into the social mobility of the 18th century by illuminating how outward behavior defined inner worth. The author elucidates the unspoken rules of polite society, underscoring how refinement and good manners could mask ill intent or humble beginnings. By adhering to the lessons on decorum in this book, readers gain a glimpse into the expected behaviors and values of this era. The author stresses that true politeness goes beyond superficial gestures to encompass genuine consideration for others, presenting a timeless perspective on interpersonal relationships. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…