A book of Edwardian etiquette

G. R. M. Devereux

George Allen & Unwin, London Boston Sydney, 1983. Facsimile Edition of Original 1902 First Publication This Gorgeous book has an Introduction and 23 Chapters. Some subjects covered are: *Etiquette in the Street *Visiting the Country *Balls and Dancing *Clubs for Ladies * Wedding *Mourning *Things to Refrain from The exact rules of governing the leaving calling cards: what to do with the stones in a cherry tart; the right way way of getting into a hansom cab; the proper dinner dress on board a yacht. This manual, originally published in 1902 was intended to act as a pilot through the maze of "correct" behaviour. In doing so, it brings the Edwardians to life as only a genuine contemporary document can. There is much humour, both conscious and unconscious.