Entering the literary world in the 19th century, The American Gentleman's Guide to Courtesy and Fashion, or Illustrated Letters to Your Nephews, by Margaret Conkling is an essential guide to etiquette and style for a male audience. The author, expressing advice and instructions in the form of letters, provides simple but important information about the drill of appearance and manners of behavior, which were relevant at the time of writing the book. "The American Gentleman's Guide" opens the reader a window into the world of ideals of etiquette and culture, which were at the crossroads of traditions and changes in society at that time. The various tips contained in the book will be useful for every man who wants to behave excellently and stylishly in any situation.