The Cynic's Rules of Conduct by Chester Field
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| Author | Field, Chester |
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| Title | The Cynic's Rules of Conduct |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Cynic's Rules of Conduct" by Chester Field Jr. is a satirical guidebook that offers humorous insights into societal norms and etiquette, crafted during the early 20th century. This book fits within the realm of social commentary, employing wit and sarcasm to address the often absurd conventions of polite society. Its likely topic revolves around the intricacies of social interactions, relationships, and behaviors expected of individuals navigating through various social hierarchies. In a playful and irreverent tone, Chester Field Jr. distills a plethora of humorous maxims and advice tailored for various life situations, particularly regarding courtship, marriage, and social gatherings. Through a series of witty aphorisms, he encapsulates the complexities of social expectations, poking fun at the futility and hypocrisy that often accompany them. Readers will encounter tongue-in-cheek rules about everything from how to handle familial relations and the nuances of dining etiquette to the intricacies involved in relationships, all while being entertained by Field's sharp observations on human behavior and the sometimes ludicrous nature of societal standards. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Etiquette -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32227 |
| Release Date | May 2, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 48 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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