Dorothy Dix—her book : Every-day help for every-day people by Dorothy Dix
"Every-day Help for Every-day People" by Dorothy Dix is a self-help guide written in the early 20th century. The book aims to offer practical advice on relationships and domestic life, primarily addressing the dynamics between husbands and wives, as well as parenting and family issues. Through a keen understanding of human nature and everyday struggles, Dix seeks to illuminate common problems and provide solutions for leading a more fulfilling life. The opening
of the book introduces readers to the author’s philosophy, shaped by her own trials and hardships. Dorothy Dix reflects on having experienced poverty and struggle, which empowers her to provide insights on navigating life's challenges. In the foreword, she discusses the relationship dynamics she has observed through the countless letters she receives, highlighting that both men and women often seek her guidance on their marital and familial dilemmas. The initial chapters focus on how to treat husbands properly, emphasizing the importance of understanding the unique emotional needs of men. This combination of personal narrative and advice sets the tone for a practical exploration of domestic life and offers readers valuable lessons drawn from real-life experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Dix, Dorothy, 1861-1951 |
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| LoC No. | 26015532 |
| Title | Dorothy Dix—her book : Every-day help for every-day people |
| Original Publication | New York: Funk & Wagnalls Company, 1926. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Bob Taylor, Tim Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| Subject | Conduct of life |
| Subject | Marriage |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75448 |
| Release Date | Feb 23, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 535 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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