Publisher's Synopsis
Hymen's Recruiting-Sergeant: Or The New Matrimonial Tattoo For Old Bachelors is a book written by Mason Locke Weems and published in 1845. The book is a humorous and satirical take on the institution of marriage and the societal pressures placed on bachelors to settle down and find a wife. The title of the book refers to Hymen, the Greek god of marriage, and the idea that he is a recruiting-sergeant, actively seeking out new recruits for the institution of marriage. The ""new matrimonial tattoo"" refers to the idea that marriage is a permanent mark or commitment, much like a tattoo. Throughout the book, Weems pokes fun at the various reasons why bachelors might resist marriage, including fear of commitment, fear of losing their independence, and fear of being tied down to one woman. He also highlights the benefits of marriage, such as companionship, love, and the ability to start a family. The book is written in a humorous and engaging style, with witty anecdotes and clever wordplay. It provides a unique perspective on the institution of marriage and the societal expectations placed on individuals to conform to certain norms. Overall, Hymen's Recruiting-Sergeant is a lighthearted and entertaining read that offers insight into the cultural attitudes towards marriage in the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
