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245 1 4 _aThe Laws of Etiquette; Or, Short Rules and Reflections for Conduct in Society
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-05-01
505 0 _aGood breeding -- Dress -- Salutations -- The drawing room; company; conversation -- The entrance into society -- Letters -- Visits -- Appointments and punctuality -- Dinner -- Travelling -- Balls -- Funerals -- Servants -- Fashion -- Miscellaneous.
508 _aHolly Ingraham
520 _a"The Laws of Etiquette; Or, Short Rules and Reflections for Conduct in Society" by A Gentleman is a guide on proper social conduct written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the norms and expectations that govern interactions among people of various social standings, aiming to equip the reader with the tools necessary for politeness and refinement in society. The opening of this etiquette guide sets the tone for a thoughtful exploration of social manners, beginning with the importance of good breeding. It emphasizes that mastering the subtle nuances of etiquette is essential for success in social interactions, such as greetings, dining, and dressing. The text notes that while good manners are learned from experience and cannot be solely acquired through reading, understanding specific customs can significantly improve one's social acumen. Through various anecdotes and reflections, the author illustrates the pitfalls of ignorance in etiquette, aiming to prepare the reader for both acceptance into and navigation through elite social circles, which are marked by rigorous adherence to manners and forms of propriety. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEtiquette
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5681
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