Social Usages At Washington (1906)

von Florence Howe Hall

184 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Social Usages At Washington is a book written by Florence Howe Hall in 1906. This book is a comprehensive guide to the social customs and etiquette of Washington D.C., the capital of the United States. It provides a detailed description of the social norms and expectations of the city's elite, including the President and his Cabinet, Congress, the Supreme Court, and foreign diplomats. The book covers a wide range of topics, including dress codes, invitations, seating arrangements, table manners, conversation topics, and gift-giving. It also includes information on the history of Washington society and its various social events, such as state dinners, receptions, and balls. The author draws on her own experiences as a member of Washington's social elite, as well as interviews with other prominent figures in the city. Overall, Social Usages At Washington is a fascinating glimpse into the world of high society in early 20th century America.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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Amerikanische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781437495591
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 20.03.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC