Correct Social Usage: A Course of Instruction in Good Form, Style and Deportment Vol 1 [Hardcover] Lillie d’Angelo Bergh; Mrs. Ella Wheeler Wilcox; Mrs. Harriet Hubbard Ayer; Mrs. Leon Harvier; Rev. C.W. de Lyon Nichols; Mrs. Donald MacLean; Mrs. Dore Lyon; Mrs. Margaret E. Sangster; Marion Harland and Mrs. Edward Payson Terhune

Description

1906 5th Revised edition. Hardcover has some fading, fraying, and some light scuff marks. Cover is a bit uneven to back cover. No dust jacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This well-worn copy of “Correct Social Usage” offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate social norms and etiquette of the early 20th century. Published in 1906, this fifth revised edition reflects the rapidly changing societal landscape of the time, as women’s roles and expectations were evolving. The impressive list of contributors, including renowned authors like Ella Wheeler Wilcox and Marion Harland, lends credibility and insight into the prevailing attitudes and values of the era.

Covering a wide range of topics from deportment and style to social graces and household management, this volume serves as a time capsule, capturing the nuances of proper behavior and decorum that were so highly prized in polite society. Despite its age and wear, the clean pages and secure binding make this an excellent addition for collectors interested in historical etiquette manuals or those seeking to understand the intricate social codes of the early 20th century.