An Essay On Conversation

By Henry Fielding

Book Overview

""An Essay on Conversation"" is a literary work by the renowned English author, Henry Fielding. The book is a collection of essays that discusses the art of conversation and its importance in society. Fielding explores various aspects of conversation, such as the different types of conversations, the rules of conversation, and the role of wit and humor in conversation. The book also offers insights into the social and cultural context of conversation during the 18th century. Fielding's writing style is witty, engaging, and thought-provoking, making this book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in the history of English literature and social norms. Overall, ""An Essay on Conversation"" is a classic work that offers valuable insights into the art of conversation and its role in shaping human interactions and relationships.But it is not sufficient to be inoffensive--we must be profitable servants to each other: we are, in the second place, to proceed to the utmost verge in paying the respect due to others. We had better go a little too far than stop short in this particular. My lord Shaftesbury hath a pretty observation, that the beggar, in addressing to a coach with, My lord, is sure not to offend, even though there be no lord there; but, on the contrary, should plain sir fly in the face of a nobleman, what must be the consequence?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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419106392
• ISBN13: 9781419106392
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"