02371cam a22003013u 4500 39005 UtSlPG 20260610133907.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BJ Conkling, Margaret C. (Margaret Cockburn), 1814-1890 The American Gentleman's Guide to Politeness and Fashion : or, Familiar Letters to his Nephews Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-02-28 Produced by Julia Miller, Linda Hamilton, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "The American Gentleman's Guide to Politeness and Fashion" by Henry Lunettes is a collection of instructional letters written in the mid-19th century. This guide offers advice on the art of politeness and the nuances of fashion for young gentlemen, emphasizing the importance of personal presentation and social etiquette. With a focus on dressing appropriately and cultivating good manners, it aims to equip its readers with the knowledge to navigate social situations with grace and refinement. At the start of the book, Lunettes introduces his project by addressing his young male relatives, expressing his intention to discuss various aspects of gentlemanly behavior, beginning with an emphasis on dress. He outlines the significance of adhering to fashion while also advocating for individual taste, and he critiques the eccentricities of certain styles that stray too far from conventional propriety. Through anecdotes and practical advice, Lunettes further exemplifies the connection between one's appearance and character, establishing a foundation on which the following letters will build elaborate discussions on manners, accomplishments, and the moral education of a gentleman. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Etiquette https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39005 79844 79844