La vie privée d'autrefois; Arts et métiers, modes, moeurs, usages des parisiens…
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Franklin, Alfred, 1830-1917
French
"La vie privée d'autrefois; Arts et métiers, modes, moeurs, usages des Parisiens…" by Alfred Franklin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the social customs, daily life, and hygiene practices of Parisians from the 12th to the 18th century, revealing the societal attitudes toward cleanliness and personal gr...
of personal care over centuries. The opening of the book introduces the historical context of barbers in Paris, detailing their dual role as surgeons and personal groomers up until the mid-17th century. It discusses a significant shift initiated by King Louis XIII in the 1630s to separate barbering and surgical practices into distinct professions, responding to public concerns about hygiene. The text paints a vivid picture of past attitudes toward cleanliness, revealing how even basic bathing habits were influenced by cultural and religious beliefs, and sets the stage for a deeper exploration of personal care, societal norms, and the evolution of manners in Parisian life throughout the subsequent centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Daniel Thompson
2 months agoFor a digital edition, the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. This turned out to be a great decision.
Charles Anderson
5 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. his sets a high standard for similar books.
Michael Taylor
3 months agoOnce I started reading, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. It exceeded all my expectations.
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Patricia Wilson
4 months agoThis stood out immediately because the depth of coverage exceeded my expectations. This turned out to be a great decision.