Greetings Card : Cobbetts Advice to Young Men
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Cobbetts Advice to Young Men
Front cover of Advice to Young Men by William Cobbett, an instruction booklet for the eighteenth century youth. Date: 1887
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1887 Advice Behaviour Cobbett Covers Etiquette Growing Handbook Instruction Instructions Manners Youth Youths
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Step back in time with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic cover of "Advice to Young Men" by William Cobbett, these cards transport you to the 1880s with their vintage charm. Printed from the original image sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, these cards are a thoughtful and unique way to express your sentiments. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just to brighten someone's day, our "Advice to Young Men" greeting cards are sure to make a lasting impression."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.1cm x 12.5cm (6.3" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image graces the front cover of "Advice to Young Men" by William Cobbett, an essential instructional handbook for Victorian-era boys and youths as they navigated the complexities of growing up into responsible and respectable men. Published in 1887, this book was a must-have for families seeking to instill good behavior, manners, and etiquette in their sons. The cover art features a young boy intently reading the open pages of the very same book, surrounded by other boys and men, all gazing at him with approving expressions. The scene conveys the importance of education and the transfer of knowledge from one generation to the next. The boys, dressed in their Sunday best, represent the youth of the time, eager to learn and emulate the virtues of their elders. William Cobbett, a renowned English writer and political commentator, penned "Advice to Young Men" to provide practical guidance on a range of topics, including personal hygiene, social graces, religious observance, and moral conduct. The book served as a valuable resource for parents, teachers, and mentors, offering a roadmap for the development of well-rounded, responsible, and morally upright young men. This evocative cover image, with its timeless message and enduring appeal, offers a glimpse into the past and serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of good advice and the power of education in shaping the lives of young people.
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