Des bonnes moeurs et honnestes contenances que doit garder un jeune homme, tant…
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Sulpitius Verulanus, Joannes, active 15th century
French
"Des bonnes moeurs et honnestes contenances que doit garder un jeune homme, tant à table qu'ailleurs, avec autres notables enseignemens" by Jean Sulpice de Saint Alban, also known as Verulan, is a guidebook written in the late 16th century. This work, originally composed in Latin and later translated into French verse by Pierre Broë, focuses on eti...
social situations, particularly at the dining table. The book presents a series of precepts designed to guide young men in their behavior, appearance, and interactions with others. It outlines specific advice on topics such as personal grooming, table manners, and the importance of moderation, humility, and courtesy in conversation. Through a structured approach, the author conveys the value of good character and social respect, urging the reader to adopt these teachings to achieve personal dignity and societal respect. Overall, it serves as an instructive manual on civility and virtue, aimed at preparing young men for respectable conduct in both public and private life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Oliver Jackson
2 months agoTo be perfectly clear, the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. It exceeded all my expectations.
Aiden Moore
3 months agoFor a digital edition, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. I will be reading more from this author.
Sarah Wilson
2 months agoA fantastic discovery, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. It exceeded all my expectations.
Karen Rivera
4 months agoCompared to other books on this topic, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. Don't hesitate to download this.
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Ashley Flores
4 months agoAt first glance, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. A valuable addition to my digital library.