This 1860 guide offers timeless advice for proper behaviour in every situation, from travelling abroad and hosting a dinner party to choosing clothes and attending a wedding. Providing insights into 19th-century social norms as well as invaluable guidance for modern times, this charmingly instructive book abounds in sound counsel for navigating life with grace and confidence. The text appears exactly as it was originally printed in the 1873 volume for the sake of authenticity. However, in some instances missing letters have been restored to improve legibility for the present edition.