First published in 1788, Discourses on Domestic Duties is a classic work on family values and the role of the household in society. Samuel Stennett, a prominent Baptist minister and social reformer, presents a compelling argument for the importance of domestic life and the responsibilities of family members to one another. With its emphasis on morality, order, and duty, this book remains relevant today to anyone interested in ethical and social issues. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.