George Washington's Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior - Hardcover

Washington, George

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1616403950 ISBN 13: 9781616403959

Publisher: Cosimo Classics, 2010

Synopsis

Though many of the rules deal with matters of etiquette--such as whom should rise for whom in mixed company--many concern far deeper matters that touch on personal philosophies about judgment, honor, success and conscience. As a peek into the manners of a bygone age, this is an intriguing work. As a peek into a great mean in his formative years, this is an extraordinary one. He was an American Founding Father and the new nation's first president, but before that, GEORGE WASHINGTON(1732-1799) was an excruciatingly correct child with a passion for propriety. At the age of 14, he copied out 110 rules for elegant deportment from a work created by Jesuits in the 16th century as a guide for young gentlemen of quality, and through these rules, which he took greatly to heart, we can see the beginning of the man Washington would become taking shape.

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From the Back Cover

“Labour to keep alive in your breast that little celestial fire called conscience.”

“Run not in the streets. . .nor with mouth open; go not upon the toes nor in a dancing fashion.”

George Washington was known as a remarkably modest and courteous man. Humility and flawless manners were so ingrained in his character that he rarely if ever acted without them. The “Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior” that governed Washington’s etiquette were by turns practical, inspirational and curious. These rules are as instructive and invaluable today as they were hundreds of years ago.

George Washington’s Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior includes the complete text of the rules, as well as famous Washington writings such as: - Farewell to the Armies speech - Inaugural Address - Retirement Address - Address at the End of His Presidency

About the Author

George Washington was born in Virginia in 1732. As a young man, he learned the morals, manners, and knowledge necessary to become a Virginia gentleman. He was particularly interested in the military arts and western expansion. At the age of 16, he helped survey Shenandoah lands. At the age of 22, he was commissioned a lieutenant colonel and fought in the first battles of what became the French and Indian War. Unanimously elected as the first President of the United States, Washington served two terms before retiring to Mount Vernon. He passed away on December 14, 1799.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cosimo Classics
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1616403950
• ISBN 13: 9781616403959
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 30