Florence Hartley

The Ladies' Book of Etiquette Florence Hartley

The Ladies' Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness by Florence Hartley. A complete hand book for the use of the lady in polite society. Etiquette is a code of behavior that delineates expectations for social behavior according to contemporary conventional norms within a society, social class, or group. Containing; 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 cards of compliment; hints on managing servants, on the preservation of health, and on accomplishments.