The Gentleman Instructed, In the Conduct of a Virtuous and Happy Life

The eighth edition of William Darrell's guide to the conduct of young gentlemen in the early 18th century. The eighth edition of this work.A fascinating instructional work, aimed primarily at young noblemen, and serving as an etiquette guide. This being a later edition, the work also includes a supplementary section to the rear, aimed as ladies. ESTC No: T136514Rebacked, retaining the original endpapers.With the armorial bookplate of Richard Tylden to the front pastedown, and his inscription to the title page head. With the morocco bookplate of Robert P. Oreck, an early producer and patentor of the menstrual cup.This piece of social history offers a real insight into the social expectations of noble men and women of the early 18th century. Rebacked in a full calf binding, retaining the original boards. Joints starting, with boards generally firmly held. Small loss of calf to back strip head. Bookplates to front pastedown and free endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Inscription to title page head. Pages bright, with only the odd spot. Good.…