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Worldly Ways & Byways

  • Publisher: Double 9 Books
  • 14 x 21.6 x 1 cm

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Worldly ways & byways is a witty collection of essays that examines the subtleties of social conduct and the evolving nature of cultural expectations in American life. Blending humor with philosophical reflection, the work observes how charm, manners, and social behavior shape individual identity and influence human connection. The collection opens with a commentary on social customs, exploring the shifting ideals of grace and etiquette while reflecting on how modern life tends to obscure the quiet power of charm once valued in traditional society. Through playful critique, the author portrays society as an endless contest for recognition, where status and appearance often eclipse sincerity. The essays analyze how personalities adapt within these dynamics, balancing authenticity against the pull of convention. With elegance and irony, the work invites readers to reflect on civility, taste, and the social masks people wear, ultimately offering a discerning portrait of a culture juggling refinement and self-presentation.

  • Title

    Worldly Ways & Byways

  • Author

    Eliot Gregory

  • Publisher

    Double 9 Books

  • Published

    October 2025

  • Weight

    196g

  • Dimensions

    14 x 21.6 x 1 cm

  • ISBN

    9789373404509

  • ISBN-10

    9373404504

  • Eden Code

    7379949

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