Decorum: A Practical Treatise On Etiquette And Dress Of The Best American Society is a book written by John A. Ruth and published in 1881. The book is a comprehensive guide to etiquette and dress for the upper echelon of American society during the late 19th century. It covers a wide range of topics such as introductions, conversation, behavior at social events, correspondence, invitations, and dress codes.The book provides practical advice on how to conduct oneself in various social situations, including dinner parties, ...
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Decorum: A Practical Treatise On Etiquette And Dress Of The Best American Society is a book written by John A. Ruth and published in 1881. The book is a comprehensive guide to etiquette and dress for the upper echelon of American society during the late 19th century. It covers a wide range of topics such as introductions, conversation, behavior at social events, correspondence, invitations, and dress codes.The book provides practical advice on how to conduct oneself in various social situations, including dinner parties, balls, and weddings. It also offers guidance on how to dress appropriately for different occasions, including daytime and evening events, and provides tips on grooming and personal hygiene.Throughout the book, Ruth emphasizes the importance of good manners, respect for others, and adherence to social conventions. He also discusses the role of women in society and provides advice on how they should behave and dress.Overall, Decorum is a fascinating insight into the social mores and customs of the late 19th century American upper class, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of etiquette and social behavior.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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