First published 1825. A fascinating source of social history and a guide to backstairs living in both large and modest houses of the late Georgian era. Advice to employers and their servants from an ex-butler and an ex-housekeeper, dealing not only with the kitchen but also with the house, stables and garden, and with an unusual section on menservants' duties over a period when little is known about them. 30 categories of servants' duties are discussed, and also the duties of employers toward them; these last are ...
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First published 1825. A fascinating source of social history and a guide to backstairs living in both large and modest houses of the late Georgian era. Advice to employers and their servants from an ex-butler and an ex-housekeeper, dealing not only with the kitchen but also with the house, stables and garden, and with an unusual section on menservants' duties over a period when little is known about them. 30 categories of servants' duties are discussed, and also the duties of employers toward them; these last are surprisingly humane and tolerant. Introduction by Pamela Horn.
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Published 1989, this is later printing 2000; the original was 1825 and gives first-hand account of backstairs life around that time. --Historical introduction, with sources, by Pamela Horn. Illustrated. --Softcover. Condition: near fine (spine foot bump). ISBN 1870962095.
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New. Never opened, spine stiff. Cover art differs as this is the first British edition. We ship daily, 100% guarantee. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 192 p. Contains: Illustrations. Southover Press Historic Cookery and Housekeeping. Audience: General/trade.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.
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Good. Used, dust jacket outer edges have scuffs, cover has light scratches, some outer pages have shelf wear, book content is in like new condition. 192 p. 47ill.
