UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL NORMS
MEANATES (+) BARTH, JOHANN CHRISTIAN.
Einleitung zur Teutschen Oratorie und Brief-Verfassung (+) Die Galante Ethica In Welcher gezeiget wird, wie sich ein junger Mensch Bey der Galanten Welt. zum andern mahle übersehen.
Halle, Johann Friedrich Zeitlern, 1709 (+) Dressden & Leipzig, Lesch, 1722
8vo. In contemporary full vellum with yapp edges and title in contemporary hand to spine. Light soiling and a few stains to extremities. Inner hinges split. Annotations in contemporary hand to pasted down front end-paper. Front free end-paper detached. Internally nice and clean. (4), 421, (3), (16), 295, (9) pp.
Interesting sammelband with two important works on understanding the social norms and expectations of early 18th-century German society, offering guidance into the emphasis placed on eloquence, correspondence and proper conduct. First edition of "Einleitung zur Teutschen Oratorie und Brief-Verfassung" - a guide to German oratory and letter writing. It offers instructions on effective public speaking and the art of composing letters, reflecting the communication standards of the early 18th century. Second edition of "Die Galante Ethica In Welcher gezeiget wird, wie sich ein junger Mensch Bey der Galanten Welt" - a conduct manual aimed at young individuals navigating the high society of the time. It provides guidance on manners, etiquette, and social behavior, emphasizing how to present oneself appropriately in high society. OCLC only list 1 copy of each work.
Order-nr.: 61655
DKK 6.000,00