The Ladies' Book Of Etiquettes

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This is a facsimile reprint of the authentic book by Florence Hartley, reconstructed using the latest technology. Florence Hartley's insightful decorum guide was first published in 1860, and yet her funny and useful guidance on bearing like a lady constantly still tingles true down the ages what should you do if you witness a stranger's dress is tucked up at the back? What are you meant to say if you are offered meals you don't enjoy at a dinner party? And what ought you to wear if you're invited to a ball? If these queries puzzle you, fear not, for help is at hand with this gorgeous, dreamy guide. You don't need to live in the 19th century, to approve that it is rude to finish someone else's jokes. This meticulous and wide-ranging reader will nourish realistic and succinct recommendations, as well as shed light on life in the 19th century.