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Stuff You Missed in History Class

Six Impossible Episodes: Etiquette Manuals

Mar 20, 2024
46:24
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Explore the ideal standards of etiquette from historical manuals, societal shifts, racial nuances, and etiquette evolution. Learn about figures like Emily Post, manners vs. etiquette, and the impact of women in the world of etiquette literature.
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  • Etiquette manuals reflect ideal behavior standards rather than universal rules, shaping societal expectations.
  • Earl of Chesterfield's letters stress pleasing others, adapting social tones, and observing good manners.

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Giovanni Delacasa's Etiquette Manual: The Code of Manners

In 1558, Giovanni Delacasa authored an etiquette manual focused on personal behavior rather than courtly conduct. The treatise emphasized the importance of good manners and ideal behavior. First published in 1558, this manual influenced European etiquette and was translated into English in 1576, highlighting the refined standard of behavior advocated.

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