“A scholarly guide to etiquette as entertaining and amusing as a work of fiction” (Jane Austen’s Regency World Magazine). Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to live in the nineteenth century? How would you have gotten a partner in a ballroom? What would you have done with a letter of introduction? And where would you have sat in a carriage? Covering all these nineteenth-century dilemmas and more, this book is your must-have guide to the etiquette of our well-heeled forebears. As it takes you through the intricacies of rank, the niceties of the street, the good conduct that was desired in the ballroom, and the awkward blunders that a lady or gentleman would have wanted to avoid, you will discover an abundance of etiquette advice from across the century, and a lively, occasionally tongue-in-cheek, and thoroughly detailed history of nineteenth-century manners and conduct. This well-researched book is enjoyable, compelling reading for anyone with an interest in this period. In exploring the expectations of behavior and etiquette, it brings the world of the nineteenth century to life.

In preparing a book of etiquette for ladies, I would lay down as the first rule, "Do unto others as you would others should do to you." You can never be rude if you bear the rule always in mind, for what lady likes to be treated rudely? True Christian politeness will always be the result of an unselfish regard for the feelings of others, and though you may err in the ceremonious points of etiquette, you will never be impolite. Politeness, founded upon such a rule, becomes the expression, in graceful manner, of social virtues. The spirit of politeness consists in a certain attention to forms and ceremonies, which are meant both to please others and ourselves, and to make others pleased with us; a still clearer definition may be given by saying that politeness is goodness of heart put into daily practice; there can be no _true_ politeness without kindness, purity, singleness of heart, and sensibility.

"The Mirror of the Graces" by Active 19th century Lady of distinction is a fashion book that lets you see what respectable women were expected to wear in the 1800s. It goes through the fashions of the time as well as how to pair pieces of clothing and accessories together depending on the occasion you were attending and your place in life.

With keen insight and subtle humor, John F. Kasson explores the history and politics of etiquette from America's colonial times through the nineteenth century. He describes the transformation of our notion of "gentility," once considered a birthright to some, and the development of etiquette as a middle-class response to the new urban and industrial economy and to the excesses of democratic society.

Elisabeth Celnart's 'The Gentleman and Lady's Book of Politeness and Propriety of Deportment' is a comprehensive guide on etiquette and social behavior during the 19th century. Written in a didactic and instructional style, Celnart provides detailed advice on proper manners, conversation skills, and dress codes, reflecting the societal norms of the time. The book serves as a window into the social expectations and standards of the upper class during this period, making it a valuable resource for understanding historical social customs. Celnart's refined prose and emphasis on etiquette make this book a quintessential guide for anyone interested in the cultural history of etiquette. Elisabeth Celnart, a French writer known for her works on etiquette, was influenced by the Enlightenment ideals of rational behavior and refinement. As a woman writing on manners and social conduct, Celnart's book challenged conventional gender roles and emphasized the importance of politeness and decorum in society. Her background in literature and social commentary contributed to the rich content of 'The Gentleman and Lady's Book of Politeness and Propriety of Deportment.' I recommend 'The Gentleman and Lady's Book of Politeness and Propriety of Deportment' to readers interested in the history of etiquette, social norms, and cultural studies. Celnart's insightful advice and detailed instructions offer a fascinating glimpse into the manners and behaviors of the 19th century elite, making it a valuable read for those interested in the intricacies of historical social interactions.

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