Manners for the metropolis : An entrance key to the fantastic life of the 400
"Manners for the Metropolis: An Entrance Key to the Fantastic Life of The 400" by Francis W. Crowninshield is a satirical guide on etiquette and social conduct in the early 20th century, specifically targeting the wealthy elite of society, often referred to as "the 400." Written in the early 1900s, this book serves as a humorous commentary on the intricate and often absurd rules that govern social interactions, including conversations, dinners, dances,
and other social events typical of that era. The likely topic revolves around the comical complexities of navigating society to fit in with the upper class. The book offers an array of tongue-in-cheek advice on how to conduct oneself in various social situations, combining wit with keen observations of the norms of high society at the time. It covers everything from attending a country house party and the importance of timely bathing to intricacies of conversation and the etiquette of dining, including how to graciously decline an invitation. Crowninshield illustrates the absurdities of polite society, where one's social standing can depend on trivial factors like a motor car's make or attendance at exclusive events. This whimsical portrayal leaves readers both entertained and reflective on the rules of engagement within affluent social circles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Crowninshield, Frank, 1872-1947 |
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| Illustrator | Fancher, Louis D., 1884-1944 |
| LoC No. | unk82059328 |
| Title | Manners for the metropolis : An entrance key to the fantastic life of the 400 |
| Alternate Title | Manners for the metropolis : An entrance key to the fantastic life of the four hundred |
| Original Publication | New York: D. Appleton and company, 1908. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| Subject | Etiquette |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75300 |
| Release Date | Feb 5, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 240 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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