Written in 1910, this “cyclopedia” is full of information that was quite useful at the time. A hundred years later, its text is more humorous than pra...
Dr. Marden tells how we can live up to our potential just by changing our attitude, from the normal attitude of I CAN'T to one of I CAN! To do this we...
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...
This is a comprehensive guidebook that offers valuable insights into proper etiquette and behavior for gentlemen. With its timeless wisdom, this book...
"Galateo" by Giovanni della Casa is a timeless masterpiece of Renaissance literature that delves into the intricacies of social etiquette and human be...
In this DIRECTORY you'll see just what you never ought to be; and so, it should direct your way to Good Behavior, every day. The children of whose fau...
Deep in the heart of every parent is the wish, the desire, to have other adults tell us, in an unsolicited way, just how very polite one’s child is!...
The Goody-Naughty Book was originally published as two books back to back. Opening the book from one end, the reader experiences "The Goody Side" wher...
This book is a collection of letters written by Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield, to his illegitimate son, Philip Stanhope. The letters are f...
Published in 1922, "Perfect Behavior" by Donald Ogden Stewart offers a satirical and humorous look at the intricacies of social etiquette in the Roari...
This book recounts the experiences of a young woman as she navigates the transition from frontier life to the refined society of the East Coast. Leavi...
When Lou, an orphan girl yearning for a better life, meets Jim Botts, a mysterious wanderer bound by peculiar rules, an unlikely partnership is formed...
Princess Aline tells the story of Morton Carlton, a wealthy American artist who becomes infatuated with Princess Aline of Hohenwald after seeing her p...
This guidebook offers timeless principles for young women, covering topics such as etiquette, morality, education, and health, providing valuable insi...
Published in the mid-19th century, "How to Make a Man of Consequence" by Mark Lemon aimed to guide men on the path to becoming successful and respecte...
Enquire Within Upon Everything is a comprehensive guide to domestic life, covering a wide range of topics from etiquette and parlour games to cake rec...
Published in 1883, 'Never' is a satirical guide to navigating the intricacies of high society. Written in a tongue-in-cheek style, the book dissects a...
Published in 1907, "To The Common Golfer" by T. W. H. Crosland is a witty and insightful collection of essays exploring the world of golf. Crosland, a...
This book, published in 1961 as a Smithsonian Institution bulletin, explores the intricate world of tea drinking in 18th-century America. It delves i...
Molly Brown's Junior Days follows the continuing adventures of Molly Brown, a young girl from rural Kentucky, as she navigates the challenges and rewa...
This book explores the history of table setting, a practice that has evolved significantly over time. It delves into the cultural nuances and historic...
My Queen is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of young women in the early 1900s. Written in a lively and engaging style, the magazine offers a uniq...