Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness
By Florence Hartley · Running time 11:00:26 · *Non-fiction, Self-Help, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology)
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A guide for ladies, written in 1860, on what is accepted as correct behavior in polite society. The advice covers dress, travelling, staying in hotels, attending and giving parties and balls, making and receiving morning calls, letter writing, how to deal with servants, what accomplishments every well bred lady should be expected to acquire and how to choose a suitable husband. (Summary by Christine Lamberton)
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