The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness

Written by Florence Hartley

Narrated by LibriVox Community

A guide for ladies, written in 1860, on what is accepted as correct behavior in polite society. The advice covers dress, travelling, staying in hotels, attending and giving parties and balls, making and receiving morning calls, letter writing, how to deal with servants, what accomplishments every well bred lady should be expected to acquire and how to choose a suitable husband. (Summary by Christine Lamberton)

• Language: English
• Publisher: LibriVox
• Release date: Aug 25, 2014

Florence Hartley

Florence Hartley was a Victorian-era writer whose work was meant for women of the era, covering topics of etiquette and needlework. She was also an advocate for women's health. Florence Hartley never married. Little else is known about her life, and the place and date of her birth and death are unknown.