Etiquette - True Ladies and Proper Gentlemen: Victorian Etiquette for Modern-Day Mothers and Fathers, Husbands and Wives, Boys and Girls, Teachers and Students, and More

True Ladies and Proper Gentlemen: Victorian Etiquette for Modern-Day Mothers and Fathers, Husbands and Wives, Boys and Girls, Teachers and Students, and More

Name: True Ladies and Proper Gentlemen: Victorian Etiquette for Modern-Day Mothers and Fathers, Husbands and Wives, Boys and Girls, Teachers and Students, and More
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Book Synopsis: Regardless of time period, some things hold true: kindness is timeless.Invasion of privacy; divorce; relationship issues; encounters between people from different places and cultures; new technologies developed at dizzying speeds . . . the hectic pace of life in the late nineteenth century could make the mind reel.Wait a minutethe nineteenth century?Many of the issues people faced in the 1880s and ’90s surprisingly remain problems in today’s modern world, so why not take a peek at some Victorian advice about negotiating life’s dizzying twists and turns? Gathered from period magazines and Hill’s Manual of Social and Business Forms, a book on social conduct originally published in 1891, this volume provides timeless guidance for a myriad of situations, including:

The husband’s duty: Give your wife every advantage that it is possible to bestow.
Suggestions about shopping: Purchasers should, as far as possible, patronize the merchants of their own town. (Buy local!)
Suggestions for travel: Having paid for one ticket, you are entitled to only one seat. It shows selfishness to deposit a large amount of baggage in the surrounding seats and occupy three or four.
Unclassified laws of etiquette: Never leave home with unkind words.

This advice is accompanied by watercolors and illustrations throughout. Though these tips originate from nineteenth-century ideas, you’ll find that they certainly do still apply.

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Are you tired of navigating the complexities of modern life? Yearning for a simpler time? Look no further! Introducing "True Ladies and Proper Gentlemen: Victorian Etiquette for Modern-Day Mothers and Fathers, Husbands and Wives, Boys and Girls, Teachers and Students, and More" - the ultimate guide to timeless kindness and social conduct in today's fast-paced world. Uncover the secrets of the past to effortlessly conquer the challenges of the present.

Step back in time and discover how the wisdom of the 19th century can help you overcome invasion of privacy, relationship issues, and encounters between people from different places and cultures. Embark on a fascinating journey through the pages of this book as we delve into the advice gathered from period magazines and the renowned "Hill's Manual of Social and Business Forms".

Imagine enhancing your relationships and interactions by following Victorian principles. Learn how to give your significant other every advantage they deserve and create a flourishing partnership. With suggestions on shopping, travel, and unclassified laws of etiquette, this enthralling guide offers a comprehensive collection of timeless guidance for every situation imaginable.

But don't just take our word for it, let the watercolors and illustrations accompanying the advice take you on a visual journey back in time. Immerse yourself in the elegance and refinement of the Victorian era while gaining valuable insights that are as applicable today as they were over a century ago.

If you're seeking a more cultivated and graceful approach to life, "True Ladies and Proper Gentlemen" is the must-have addition to your personal library. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embrace the enduring values of the past in your modern-day endeavors. Take the first step towards refining your manners and enriching your relationships today!

Click here to embark on a journey to elegance and grace!

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