The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness
Gelesen von Christine Lamberton
Florence Hartley
(4,577 Sterne; 13 Bewertungen)
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) (11 hr 0 min)
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Well read! Interesting look at 1860s social norms.
Ishandia
(5 Sterne)
Oddly enough I had to agree with most of the things the book said, except it should be applied to both men and women. This is obviously aimed at people of means.
Timeless Wisdom
GM Jones
(5 Sterne)
"When speaking to a gentleman, speak as though there were another lady in the room." " When speaking with ladies, speak as though there were a gentleman in the room." You are never better dressed than when others do not remember what you were wearing. Some have a habit of buying whatever they want simply because it's available (without considering what looks best on you). 2017 truths!
Seema Afridi
(3 Sterne)
A wise woman wrote this and much is still of practical use even in 2017.