Book Cover of The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness

The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness

by Florence Hartley

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.

Book Details

Language

English

Original Language

English

Published In

1860

Genre/Category

History Non-Fiction Science Self-Help

Tags/Keywords

Self Help Advice Women's Rights Social Science Culture Etiquette Anthropology Classics Letters Technology

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Florence Hartley was a Victorian-era writer whose work was meant for women of the era, covering topics of etiquette and needlework. She was also an advocate for women's health. Florence Hartley never...

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