Florence Hartley: 7 books

The first name that comes to everyone’s mind about when discussing etiquette is Emily Post, whose most famous work is included herein.  However, other writers have different perspectives, and they address them in the 2000 pages included within this volume.  The volume includes different...

If the correct rules of etiquette fail you, never fear for this handy guide will instruct you in the correct ladylike manner! This indispensable nineteenth century guidebook will entertain, educate and inspire in equal measure. What should you do if you notice a stranger’s dress is tucked up at...

Florence Hartley's insightful etiquette guide was first published in 1860, and yet her witty and useful advice on behaving like a lady often still rings true down the ages What should you do if you notice a stranger's dress is tucked up at the back? What are you meant to say if you are offered...

Etiquette is a code of behavior that delineates expectations for social behavior according to contemporary conventional norms within a society, social class, or group. The French word étiquette, literally signifying a tag or label, was used in a modern sense in English around 1750. From the 1500s...

Discover the techniques behind museum-quality pieces and treasured heirlooms with this guide to antique needlework and handcrafts. Originally published in 1859, The Ladies' Hand Book of Fancy and Ornamental Work offers well-illustrated instructions for making the kinds of highly decorated items prized...

THE   LADIES' BOOK OF ETIQUETTE,   AND   MANUAL OF POLITENESS.   A COMPLETE HAND BOOK FOR THE USE OF THE LADY IN POLITE SOCIETY.   CONTAINING   FULL DIRECTIONS FOR CORRECT MANNERS, DRESS, DEPORTMENT, AND CONVERSATION;  ...

FULL DIRECTIONS FOR CORRECT MANNERS, DRESS, DEPORTMENT, AND CONVERSATION;   RULES FOR THE DUTIES OF BOTH HOSTESS AND GUEST   IN MORNING RECEPTIONS, DINNER COMPANIES, VISITING, EVENING   PARTIES AND BALLS; A COMPLETE GUIDE FOR LETTER   WRITING AND...