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Wisdom from 1866: What a Civil War-Era Etiquette Book Teaches Us About Happiness
Amid the upheaval of post-Civil War America, author Robert de Valcourt published a guide to proper conduct and refined living.
The Social Contract of Cleanliness: Victorian Lessons for Modern Boundaries
The Victorian perspective reminds us that personal hygiene is not just a private matter; it is a social contract that respects the comfort of those around us.
1893 Etiquette: Victorian Ladies in Transit
When three ladies are walking together, it is better for one to keep a little in advance of the other two, than for all three to persist in one unbroken line.
A 1922 Vision of Spring: May Day Charm in Hospitality
In Hospitality, published in 1922, a charming vision of a May Day luncheon unfolds.
Beyond the Spotless Home: A Forgotten 19th-Century Critique of Domestic Perfection
Throughout American history, the role of the homemaker has been both celebrated and scrutinized.
Edwardian Eating Wisdom That Outpaced Its Time
There is no little wisdom in the saying that it is better to rise from table under-fed rather than over-fed.
The Power of Natural Charm: Celebrating the Legacy of America’s Women
American women enjoyed tremendous changes in the 20th century.
The Cost of Convenience: Eastlake's Critique of Mass-Produced Goods
Does the general public tend to equate novelty with quality?
19th Century Social Rules: Etiquette Tips from 1843
The 19th century guide, Hints on Etiquette, was published for American audiences in 1843.
Dirty Habits, High Society: The Inevitable Fall of a Social Climber
I remember an instance of such a failure which occurred many years ago in a distant European capital.