How to Behave: A Pocket Manual of Republican Etiquette, and Guide to Correct Personal Habits (eBook)

Etiquette, Manners, and Social Protocol Guide for Republican Society

Samuel R. Wells (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
367 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766461192-5 (EAN)

Infos

In "How to Behave: A Pocket Manual of Republican Etiquette, and Guide to Correct Personal Habits," Samuel R. Wells offers a meticulous exploration of the social norms and behavioral expectations pertinent to mid-19th century America. The text serves as both a guide and a reflection of its time, characterized by a didactic and accessible literary style that embodies the principles of republican virtue. Through practical advice and moral maxims, Wells presents a framework for civility and decorum, effectively situating personal conduct within the broader context of national identity and democratic values emerging from the Enlightenment. Samuel R. Wells, a prominent figure in the social reform movement, was deeply engaged in the cultural dialogues of his era. His background in various social reform initiatives, coupled with a keen understanding of the importance of etiquette in shaping public perception and civic responsibility, informed his commitment to this subject. Wells'Äô writings are a testament to the intersection of personal morality and the pursuit of an ideal republic, reflecting the prevailing concerns of his contemporaries regarding the cultivation of character in a democratic society. This manual is an essential read for anyone interested in the evolution of American civility and social customs. Wells'Äô insights into etiquette not only capture the essence of a bygone era but also provide timeless wisdom on personal conduct that resonates in today'Äôs sociopolitical climate. Readers will find that this concise guide serves as both a historical artifact and a practical handbook for nurturing respectful interactions.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 27.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Ethnologie ► Volkskunde
• Schlagworte: 19th century etiquette • Behavior • behavioral advice manual • cultural context insights • ethics • Etiquette • Guide • historical manners instruction • literary etiquette • Manners • Manners Guide • personal habits • pocket etiquette manual • practical etiquette tips • Protocol • republican etiquette • republican social norms • Samuel Wells advice • social conduct guide • social etiquette • social expectations guide • United States