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Cards: Their Significance And Proper Uses As Governed By The Usages Of New York Society (1889)

Cards: Their Significance And Proper Uses As Governed By The Usages Of New York Society (1889)

Longstreet, Abby Buchanan

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ISBN10: 1120170893
ISBN13: 9781120170897
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 24 2009
Pages: 74
Weight: 0.24
Height: 0.15 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Cards: Their Significance And Proper Uses As Governed By The Usages Of New York Society is a book written by Abby Buchanan Longstreet and originally published in 1889. The book is a guide to the proper etiquette and social customs surrounding the use of calling cards in New York society during the late 19th century. The book covers a wide range of topics related to calling cards, including their history, the different types of cards used for different occasions, and the proper way to present and respond to cards. It also includes advice on how to use cards to navigate social situations, such as how to make introductions and how to express condolences. Throughout the book, Longstreet emphasizes the importance of following proper etiquette and social norms, and warns against using cards inappropriately or for self-promotion. She also provides examples of common mistakes and faux pas that should be avoided. Overall, Cards: Their Significance And Proper Uses As Governed By The Usages Of New York Society is a fascinating glimpse into the social customs and expectations of a bygone era, and 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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