Instructions For A Young Lady, In Every Sphere And Period Of Life (1770)

By Sarah Pennington

Book Overview

Instructions For A Young Lady, In Every Sphere And Period Of Life is a book written by Lady Sarah Pennington in 1770. It is a guidebook for young women, providing advice on how to conduct themselves in various situations and stages of life. The book covers topics such as manners, dress, education, marriage, and motherhood. Lady Pennington emphasizes the importance of virtue, modesty, and piety, and encourages young women to cultivate these qualities in themselves. She also offers practical advice on household management, including tips on cooking, cleaning, and budgeting. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, and is aimed at a wide audience of young women from all walks of life. Overall, Instructions For A Young Lady is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the social and cultural history of the 18th century, as well as for those seeking guidance on how to navigate the challenges of life as a young woman.Containing, 1: A Mothers Advice To Her Daughters. 2: Two Letters To A Lady Upon The Subject Of Religion, By A Clergyman. 3: A Letter To A Young Lady On Her Marriage. 4: An Epistle Upon The Cultivation Of Taste. 5: Fables For The Female-Sex.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164025473
• ISBN13: 9781164025474
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"