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100 1 _aAnonymous
245 1 0 _aTrue Politeness: A Hand-book of Etiquette for Ladies
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-10-01
508 _aProduced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aConduct of life -- Early works to 1900
653 _aEtiquette for women
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33956
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