Des bonnes moeurs et honnestes contenances que doit garder un jeune homme, tant à table qu'ailleurs, avec autres notables enseignemens
Oeuvre composé premierement en latin par M. Jean Sulpice de Saint-Alban, dit Verulan. Et nouvellement tourné & traduit en rime françoise par paraphrase par M. Pierre Broë practicien de Tournon sur le Rhosne
"Des bonnes moeurs et honnestes contenances que doit garder un jeune homme, tant à table qu'ailleurs, avec autres notables enseignemens" by Jean Sulpice de Saint Alban, also known as Verulan, is a guidebook written in the late 16th century. This work, originally composed in Latin and later translated into French verse by Pierre Broë, focuses on etiquette and moral conduct for young men, emphasizing the importance of maintaining good manners in various social situations, particularly at the dining table. The book presents a series of precepts designed to guide young men in their behavior, appearance, and interactions with others. It outlines specific advice on topics such as personal grooming, table manners, and the importance of moderation, humility, and courtesy in conversation. Through a structured approach, the author conveys the value of good character and social respect, urging the reader to adopt these teachings to achieve personal dignity and societal respect. Overall, it serves as an instructive manual on civility and virtue, aimed at preparing young men for respectable conduct in both public and private life.