Book of Etiquette, Volume II

Name: Book of Etiquette, Volume II
Author: Lillian Eichler Watson

By Lillian Eichler Watson

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A practical manual offering step-by-step guidance on domestic and social etiquette in early 20th-century households. It explains relationships between employers and servants, duties and dress for butlers, maids, cooks and nurses, and advice for mistresses on supervision and fairness; details planning and conduct of formal dinners, luncheons, teas, garden parties, musicales, dances, and house parties; covers table manners, service, menus, and hostess and guest responsibilities; offers suggestions for entertaining without servants, bachelor hosts, and private theatricals; and provides guidance on appropriate dress and behavior for hosts, guests, and servants to promote smooth household and social interactions.

About the Author

Lillian Eichler Watson

Lillian Eichler Watson was an American author best known for her influential works on social etiquette. Her most notable contributions include the two-volume "Book of Etiquette," which provides guidance on proper behavior in various social situations. Watson's writing reflects the social norms and expectations of her time, offering insights into the cultural landscape of early 20th-century America. Through her works, she aimed to educate readers on the nuances of social interactions, making her a significant figure in the genre of etiquette literature.