Letters to Philip: On how to treat a woman

$36

Condition Notes: Vintage paperback with light wear but intact binding and clean pages. A 1970s time capsule.

This candid collection of letters offers a man named Philip advice on courtship and respecting women, written with wit and progressive attitudes towards gender equality for its era. An intriguing snapshot of shifting social mores, told with wry irreverence. A delightful find for vintage advice literature collectors and gender studies enthusiasts.

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SKU: VB71-126 Product Condition: Used

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Condition Notes: This vintage paperback edition shows signs of gentle use with some creasing and light wear to the covers, but the binding remains intact and the pages are clean with no markings or inscriptions. A charming time capsule from the 1970s.

In this witty and insightful collection of letters, the anonymous author offers candid advice to a young man named Philip on the art of courtship and respecting one’s female partner. Written with a distinctly 1970s perspective, these letters provide a fascinating window into the shifting gender dynamics and evolving social mores of the era. While some views may seem dated today, the underlying message of treating women with kindness, empathy, and equality still resonates.

For collectors of vintage advice literature or 20th century gender studies, this humble paperback offers an intriguing snapshot of its time. The author’s wry and irreverent tone, coupled with their progressive attitudes towards women’s rights, make for an entertaining and thought-provoking read. A delightful find for those interested in exploring the complex evolution of male-female relationships through the decades.

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Weight 0.18 lbs
Dimensions 2.39 × 10.67 × 17.17 in
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