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The Babees' Book: Medieval Manners for the Young: Done Into Modern English From Dr. Furnivall's Texts

The Babees' Book: Medieval Manners for the Young: Done Into Modern English From Dr. Furnivall's Texts

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Medieval & Renaissance HistoryAnthropologyGeneral Parenting

ISBN10: 1025337883
ISBN13: 9781025337883
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 260
Weight: 0.81
Height: 0.55 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Babees' Book: Medieval Manners for the Young offers a fascinating glimpse into the social expectations and daily lives of children and adolescents during the Middle Ages. This collection of historical courtesy books, translated into modern English, provides instructional guidance on everything from table manners to moral conduct and personal grooming.

Drawing from various medieval manuscripts, the work outlines the rigorous standards of behavior required of young people, particularly those serving in noble households. Readers will discover detailed rules on how to stand, speak, and eat with refinement, reflecting the hierarchical nature of medieval society and the high value placed on decorum and respect. Beyond mere etiquette, the collection illuminates the educational and cultural framework that shaped the upbringing of the youth in centuries past.

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