George Washington's Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior by Washington, George (9781442222311)

George Washington's Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior

by Washington, George

Hardcover - English

Taking his inspiration from a 16th century French manual on etiquette, young George Washington compiled his own set of instructions under the title, The Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior. These concise rules to live by have been studied and copied by millions of readers eager to absorb Washington's secrets of success in life and work. Neither unduly severe nor sentimental, the rules have stood the test of time and still reverberate today.

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ADDITIONAL INFO

ISBN

144222231X

EAN

9781442222311

Publisher

ROWMAN & LITTLEFIELD

Publication Date

16 Apr 2013

Pages

Weight (kg)

0.11

Dimensions (cm)

20.9 x 9.7 x 0.7

About Author

George Washington was born in Virginia in 1732. As a young man, he learned the morals, manners, and knowledge necessary to become a Virginia gentleman. He was particularly interested in the military arts and western expansion. At the age of 16, he helped survey Shenandoah lands. At the age of 22, he was commissioned a lieutenant colonel and fought in the first battles of what became the French and Indian War. Unanimously elected as the first President of the United States, Washington served two terms before retiring to Mount Vernon. He passed away on December 14, 1799.