Eighteenth Century Manners

""Eighteenth Century Manners"" by Alice Morse Earle is a non-fiction book that explores the social customs and etiquette of the 18th century. The book delves into various aspects of daily life such as dress, food, housing, entertainment, and social interactions. Earle provides a detailed account of the manners and behaviors that were considered appropriate and desirable during this time period, including how to address people of different ranks, how to behave at dinner parties, and how to court a potential partner. The author also discusses the impact of social class on behavior and the role of women in society. Through anecdotes, quotes, and historical records, Earle paints a vivid picture of the customs and traditions of the 18th century, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the past.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Colonial Dames and Good Wives, by Alice Morse Earle. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141791257X.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.