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American Chivalry

American Chivalry

Wyman, Lillie Buffum Chace

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 1162756667
ISBN13: 9781162756660
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 204
Weight: 0.62
Height: 0.43 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
American Chivalry is a historical non-fiction book written by Lillie Buffum Chace Wyman. The book is a detailed exploration of the concept of chivalry in America during the 19th century. Wyman delves into the evolution of chivalry from its medieval origins to its adaptation in American society. She examines how chivalry influenced the roles and expectations of men and women in the United States during this time period.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the history of chivalry and its impact on American culture. Wyman discusses the ideals of chivalry, including honor, courage, and loyalty, and how they were manifested in American society. She also explores the role of women in chivalry, including the concept of the �������lady������� and the expectations placed on women to embody certain virtues.The second part of the book focuses on the decline of chivalry in America. Wyman identifies various factors that led to the decline of chivalry, including industrialization, the rise of individualism, and the changing roles of women. She also explores how the decline of chivalry impacted American culture and society.Overall, American Chivalry provides a fascinating look at the history of chivalry in America and its impact on society. It offers insights into the changing roles of men and women during the 19th century and sheds light on the cultural and social forces that shaped American values and ideals.1913. Contents: Wendell Phillips; Elizabeth Buffum Chace; Rebecca Buffum Spring; Parker Pillsbury and the Fosters; Sojourner Truth; and John Crawford Wyman.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.

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