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Harvey Newcomb - Author
This is a prescriptive guide to Christian character and everyday conduct. It covers inner religious life alongside behaviour towards family, friends and others, including speech and table manners.
The ethical principles and practices outlined by the author of this volume constitute indispensable advice for Christian girls who desire to become godly women for the glory of God. Chapter titles include "Piety as the Spring of Action and Regulator of the Soul," "Treatment of Brothers and Sisters and Others in the Family," "Behavior at Table," "Choice of Society and Formation of Friendships," "Government of the Tongue," etc. This book, originally published in 1850, should be in every home, and in the library of every young lady. - Publisher.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceThis is a prescriptive guide to Christian character and everyday conduct. It covers inner religious life alongside behaviour towards family, friends and others, including speech and table manners.
Some guidance may feel strongly tied to Christian belief and to a particular model of female character. Consider whether its advice is presented as universal, and which parts reflect its period rather than your family’s values.
This is a grounded book brief while Suitabook strengthens the analysis: the book’s treatment of its main themes is not yet firm enough; some draft conclusions still depend on unresolved evidence.
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