True Politeness: A Hand-book of Etiquette for Ladies by Anonymous

"True Politeness: A Hand-book of Etiquette for Ladies" by Anonymous is a comprehensive guide on social conduct aimed specifically at women, written during the mid-19th century. This instructional text falls into the category of etiquette literature and reflects the social norms and expectations of the Victorian era, a time marked by strict codes of behavior. The book delves into various topics such as introductions, dress, conversation, and the conduct appropriate for visits, among others. In "True Politeness," the author provides practical advice for ladies on navigating social interactions with grace and propriety. Each section offers detailed insights into behavior, from the nuances of making proper introductions to guidelines for visiting and receiving guests. The text emphasizes the importance of being considerate and respectful to others, including how to dress appropriately for different occasions and how to engage in conversation without falling into the pitfalls of gossip or insensitivity. Overall, it serves as both a reflection of the societal values of the time and a lasting resource for women seeking to enhance their social skills. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Anonymous
Title True Politeness: A Hand-book of Etiquette for Ladies
Credits Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 64.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Subject Conduct of life -- Early works to 1900
Subject Etiquette for women
Category Text
eBook-No. 33956
Release Date
Last Update Jan 25, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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