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Lectures to Young Men, on the Formation of Character &C: Originally Addressed to the Young Men of Hartford and New-Haven, and Published at Their ... Lecture on Reading (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Joel Hawes

 
9780259100676: Lectures to Young Men, on the Formation of Character &C: Originally Addressed to the Young Men of Hartford and New-Haven, and Published at Their ... Lecture on Reading (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Shape your future with steady character and clear principles.

This collection of lectures guides young men toward integrity, purpose, and lifelong learning.

Originally written to address the needs of young men in Hartford and New Haven, this work presents practical guidance on forming a strong character. It emphasizes the duties you owe to society, the importance of honest conduct, and the role of religion in everyday life. The book also includes a section on reading, arguing that knowledge broadens mind and conversation, strengthens judgment, and protects against vice. Aimed at helping you live with dignity now and prepare for a responsible future, it speaks in plain, direct language about real-world concerns.

What you will experience:

  • A clear view of why society relies on the integrity of its young men
  • Advice on establishing steadfast principles and living by them
  • Guidance on the value of reading and mental cultivation
  • Thoughtful reflections on religion as a source of lasting strength

Ideal for readers seeking practical moral guidance, timeless character-building ideas, and a historical perspective on how early 19th‑century thinkers viewed virtue and responsibility.

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