Manners for Schoolboys by J Robinson

Manners for Schoolboys by J Robinson

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Zusammenfassung

This intriguing manual maintains, there is always scope for improvement. First published in 1829, it offers forthright advice to young gentlemen in all situations, from encouraging family harmony to good table manners and conduct at school.

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Manners for Schoolboys by J Robinson

'Think not that you have the right to be idle because you are young.' 'Of all things, beware of sullenness, melancholy and ill-humoured silence.' 'Particularly avoid belching, biting or cutting your nails, rubbing your teeth and picking your nose and ears in company.' 'Boys will be boys', the saying goes - but, as this intriguing manual maintains, there is always scope for improvement. First published in 1829, it offers forthright advice to young gentlemen in all situations, from encouraging family harmony ('On no account quarrel with your brothers and sisters') to good table manners and conduct at school. Packed with frank and funny observations on boys at work and play, it shows how to navigate the twin perils of 'sheepish bashfulness and obtrusive boldness', and hold your own in company with confidence and style. Timeless tips on tidiness, behaviour and self-knowledge combine with the amusing social etiquette of two centuries ago in this entertaining and perceptive guide.
J. Robinson was master of the free school in the village of Bunny, England.
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ISBN 13 9780712357463
ISBN 10 0712357467
Titel Manners for Schoolboys
Autor J Robinson
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Bindungsart Hardback
Verlag British Library Publishing
Erscheinungsjahr 2015-03-05
Seitenanzahl 112
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