Washington's Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation (1888)

Washington, George

ISBN 10: 1169535348 / ISBN 13: 9781169535343

Edité par Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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• Titre: Washington's Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation (1888)
• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date de parution: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 1169535348
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9781169535343
• Reliure: Couverture rigide
• État de l'article: New

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Synopsis

Washington�������s Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation is a book that was first published in 1888 and is a compilation of rules that were written by George Washington when he was a teenager. The book contains a total of 110 rules that provide guidance on how to behave in social situations and how to interact with others in a polite and respectful manner. The rules cover a wide range of topics, including table manners, conversation etiquette, and how to behave in the presence of others. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America�������s founding fathers and provides insight into the values and beliefs that shaped his character. The rules are presented in their original form, with some modernization of the language to make them more accessible to contemporary readers. Overall, Washington�������s Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American manners and etiquette, as well as those looking to improve their own social skills and behavior.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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George Washington was known for his many virtues. He was regarded for his dignity and decency. Not only was he an example citizen and one of our founding fathers but he was also a Freemason. He wrote 110 rules he titled "Rules of Civility" which we can all learn something from both within our actions and about a man who helped shape this country and masonry.