Advice to young men and boys A series of addresses delivered by B. B. Comegys to the pupils of Girard College

"Advice to Young Men and Boys" by B. B. Comegys is a compilation of inspiring talks from the 1800s intended to provide moral and useful instructions to young men, especially those attending Girard College, where Comegys presented these speeches. This book explores different topics, like staying healthy, how to act, why education is important, and how religion helps build a good personality and achieve goals. Early on, Comegys explains that his goal is to share the wisdom and knowledge he has gained throughout his life with young boys. He stresses how important it is to take care of one's health, develop good habits, and work hard to succeed. Comegys also talks about how young men should be careful about who they spend time with, encouraging them to stay away from bad influences and live lives of honesty and purpose. These initial ideas set the foundation for the detailed discussions that follow, mixing practical advice with moral lessons to help young people deal with the challenges of growing up and positively impact the world.