Galateo, Of Manners And Behaviors In Familiar Conversation (1892)

Galateo, Of Manners And Behaviors: In Familiar Conversation is a book written by Giovanni Della Casa in 1558, and this particular edition was published in 1892. The book is a guide to proper social behavior and manners, providing advice on how to conduct oneself in various social situations. The title ""Galateo"" is derived from the Greek myth of Galatea, a beautiful sea nymph who was transformed into a statue by the sculptor Pygmalion.The book covers a wide range of topics related to manners and behaviors, including etiquette for dining, conversation, dress, and courtship. It also provides guidance on how to behave in public, how to treat others with respect, and how to avoid offending others. The book is written in a conversational style, with the author offering advice to the reader as if they were having a personal conversation.Throughout the book, Della Casa emphasizes the importance of good manners and proper behavior in society. He argues that by following his advice, readers will be able to gain respect and admiration from others, as well as avoid social embarrassment and awkwardness. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of manners and social etiquette, as well as those looking to improve their own social skills and behavior.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.