The Art of Manliness: Classic Skills and Manners for the Modern Man
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The authors, and husband and wife team, Brett & Katy McKay offer a collection of advice men should know to live a life truly fulfilled. This book contains practical information and inspiration from social skills to advice on how to improve your character. It offers the basics men of the 21st century should know.
The intention is to encourage men to learn about the history and legacy of manliness. The authors argue that manliness does not require reinvention. It just needs to be rediscovered.
A broad range of sub-topics are covered within the following chapters:
- The Gentleman
- The Friend
- The Hero
- The Lover
- The Father
- The Outdoorsman
- The Leader
- The Virtuous Man
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If you have a question or problem, ask us:Table of Contents/ List of Topics Covered:
Introduction
Chapter One: The Gentleman
Dress Like a Gentleman - Getting Fitted for a Suit - How to Rocket a Pocket Square
- Three Ways to Tie a Tie
- Bringing Back the Hat
- Attention to Details
- Groom Like a Gentleman
- Why Every Man Should Go to a Barbershop
- Shave Like Your Grandpa
- Behave Like a Gentleman
- How to Be the Perfect Party Guest
- Table Manners
- The Dos and Don’ts of Conversation
- How to Be the Perfect Houseguest
- The Art of Thank-You-Note Writing
- A Gentleman’s Guide to Tipping
- Modern Technology and the New Rules of Etiquette
Chapter Two: The Friend
- The History of Man Friendships
- Band of Brothers: Making and Keeping Strong Friendships
- Learn the Secret Handshake: Join a Fraternal Lodge
- How to Help a Friend With a Problem
- The Mechanics of the Man Hug
- Beyond G-String and Key Stands: Throwing a Classy Bachelor Party
- Give a Best Man Speech That Won’t Make You Cringe
Chapter Three: The Hero
- Fight Like a Gentleman
- Break Down a Door
- Perform the Fireman’s Carry
- Save a Drowning Person
- Treat a Snakebite
- Be a Hero on the Road
- Mayday! Mayday! Land a Plane in an Emergency
Chapter Four: The Lover
- The Art of Chivalry
- Stop Hanging Out With Women and Start Dating Them
- Nice Guys Don’t Have to Finish Last
- Give Flowers Like a Victorian Gentleman
- Break Up With a Woman Like a Gentleman
- How Do You Know When She’s the One?
- Stop Dragging Your Feet and Make a Commitment
- Asking for a Woman’s Hand in Marriage
- Affair-Proof Your Marriage
Chapter Five: The Father
- Take Care of a Pregnant Wife
- Deliver a Baby in a Pinch
- Change a Diaper
- Quiet a Crying Baby
- Balance Work and Family
- Raise Resilient Kids
- Teach Your Kid to Ride a Bike
- Entertain the Kids
- Have “The Talk” With Your Kids
- Give Your Son a Rite of Passage
Chapter Six: The Outdoorsman
- Streamline Your Camping Trip
- Set Up Camp
- Man and Fire
- Five Ways to Start a Fire Without Matches
- Predict the Weather Like a Frontiersman
- Navigate Without a Compass
- Four Knots Every Man Should Know
Chapter Seven: The Leader
- Five Traits of Leadership
- Exude Magnetic Charisma
- How to Shake Hands Like a Man
- Prepare and Deliver a Dynamite Speech
- Give and Accept Criticism Without Coming Off Like a Cad
Chapter Eight: The Virtuous Man
- Franklin’s Quest for Moral Perfection
- Applying Franklin’s Pursuit of “The Virtuous Life” to Your Life
- Temperance
- Silence
- Order
- Resolution
- Frugality
- Industry
- Sincerity
- Justice
- Moderation
- Cleanliness
- Tranquility
- Chastity
- Humility
Afterword
Appendix A: One Hundred Books Every Man Should Read
Appendix B: Glossary of Manly Nineteenth-Century Vernacular
Appendix C: Cards to Cut Out and Carry
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