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Advice From Farmer Trueman To His Daughter Mary, Upon Her Going To Service; In A Series Of Discourses, Designed To Promote The Welfare And True Intere

Advice From Farmer Trueman To His Daughter Mary, Upon Her Going To Service; In A Series Of Discourses, Designed To Promote The Welfare And True Intere

Hanway, Jonas

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General ReferenceGeneral World HistorySelf-Help

ISBN10: 9354360440
ISBN13: 9789354360442
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jan 11 2021
Pages: 236
Weight: 0.77
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A father's wisdom, a daughter's new beginning. When Mary Trueman leaves home for service in Georgian Britain, her father's heartfelt discourses become her guide-offering not only practical counsel, but a vision of virtue, duty, and self-respect. Jonas Hanway's Advice From Farmer Trueman To His Daughter Mary stands as a classic servant conduct book, blending moral advice with reflections on the delicate balance between household discipline and personal growth. Each essay is crafted to nurture the welfare of young servants, while also prompting masters and mistresses to consider their responsibilities in shaping a just and harmonious home. This domestic service manual, first published in 18th century England, remains a vital window into the fabric of early modern manners and master-servant relations. Hanway's compassionate voice encourages dignity, honesty, and perseverance-qualities as relevant today as they were in Georgian Britain's bustling households. With its complete text restored, this edition is both a guide for young servants and an invaluable resource for students of British moral essays, social history, and the evolution of household roles. Collectors of classic literature and those fascinated by the realities of domestic life will find enduring value in Hanway's thoughtful reflections. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether sought for its insight into servant virtue and duty, its guidance for navigating the expectations of service, or its broader commentary on society's moral fabric, Hanway's work is more than a manual: it is a cultural treasure, bridging centuries with clarity and heart.

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