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Frost's Laws and By-Laws of American Society A condensed but thorough treatise on etiquette and its usages in America, containing plain and reliable directions for deportment in every situation in life.

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Frost's Laws and By-Laws of American Society A condensed but thorough treatise on etiquette and its usages in America, containing plain and reliable directions for deportment in every situation in life.

by S. Annie (Sarah Annie) Frost

EN·~6 hours·2 chapters

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2 total

Produced by Holly Ingraham.

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AUTHOR OF "FROST'S LETTER-WRITER," ETC.

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A compact yet thorough handbook, this guide gathers the essential rules of American social conduct into an easily searchable format. It walks readers through everything from letters of introduction and proper salutations to the subtleties of dinner parties, ballroom etiquette, and even travel and hotel manners. Whether you’re drafting a formal invitation or navigating the etiquette of a church service, the book offers clear, actionable advice.

Compiled from respected English, French, and American authorities, the work deliberately strips away superfluous detail to focus on the practices that truly matter. Its “one‑hundred unclassified laws” serve as quick reference points for moments when uncertainty about proper behavior arises. Ideal for anyone who wants to avoid social missteps, the volume acts as a trustworthy counselor for the modern gentleman or lady seeking confidence in any social setting.

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Frost's Laws and By-Laws of American Society A condensed but thorough treatise on etiquette and its usages in America, containing plain and reliable directions for deportment in every situation in life. A condensed but thorough treatise on etiquette and its usages in America, containing plain and reliable directions for deportment in every situation in life.

Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (365K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-07-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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S. Annie (Sarah Annie) Frost

A prolific 19th-century American writer, she produced practical and entertaining books on etiquette, dress, household management, letter writing, needlework, and children's stories. Her work offers a lively window into everyday life and social expectations in Victorian America.

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