Victorian Entertaining
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: John Crosby Freeman
Binding: Hardback
Published: MALLARD PRESS, 1989
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This historical guide Victorian Entertaining chronicles the intricate social customs and elaborate practices that defined hospitality during the nineteenth century. It presents a detailed look into the art of hosting, from formal dinners and garden parties to intimate gatherings, illustrating the specific etiquette and expectations of the era. The author details the nuances of menu planning, table settings, and guest management, offering a fascinating glimpse into a bygone age of refined social interaction. Readers will discover the meticulous preparations and societal rules that governed every aspect of Victorian hospitality, providing both historical insight and practical inspiration.
Author: John Crosby Freeman
Binding: Hardback
Published: MALLARD PRESS, 1989
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This historical guide Victorian Entertaining chronicles the intricate social customs and elaborate practices that defined hospitality during the nineteenth century. It presents a detailed look into the art of hosting, from formal dinners and garden parties to intimate gatherings, illustrating the specific etiquette and expectations of the era. The author details the nuances of menu planning, table settings, and guest management, offering a fascinating glimpse into a bygone age of refined social interaction. Readers will discover the meticulous preparations and societal rules that governed every aspect of Victorian hospitality, providing both historical insight and practical inspiration.