Bodleian Library
How to Woo, When, and to Whom
- ISBN 13:
- 9781851243457
- author:
- Bodleian Library
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- The Bodleian Library
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 40
- Dimensions:
- 10.16 x 1.02 x 12.7 centimetres
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, Family & Relationships, Interpersonal Relations,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
W.H. Collingridge's 1855 guide to wooing offers practical advice on navigating love and relationships. This reprinted edition provides insight into the author's no-nonsense approach to finding a suitable partner, including guidance on writing love letters, public displays of affection, and dealing with rejection. Collingridge also addresses key characteristics to consider when choosing a life partner, such as age, health, fortune, morals, and social position. His advice on marriage is particularly noteworthy, with the author advocating for waiting until maturity before entering into a union. The book includes poetic passages from notable literary figures, adding an extra layer of depth to its timeless counsel. A valuable resource for those seeking guidance on love and relationships, this handbook remains surprisingly relevant in today's dating landscape.