The Etiquette of To-day

audiobook

The Etiquette of To-day

by Edith B. (Edith Bertha) Ordway

EN·~5 hours·20 chapters

Chapters

20 total
1

HANDBOOKS - by Edith B. Ordway

0:37
2

PREFACE

3:56
3

THE ETIQUETTE OF TO-DAY

0:01
4

CHAPTER I - THE REWARDS OF ETIQUETTE

6:11
5

CHAPTER II - PERSONALITY

18:16
6

CHAPTER III - FAMILY ETIQUETTE

35:57
7

CHAPTER IV - CONVERSATION AND CORRESPONDENCE

36:54
8

CHAPTER V - CASUAL MEETINGS AND CALLS

21:46
9

CHAPTER VI - The Personal Card and the Engraved Invitation

27:20
10

CHAPTER VII - BEHAVIOR IN PUBLIC

18:46

Description

A timeless guide to the subtle arts of social interaction, this revised handbook offers a clear, practical roadmap for navigating the customs of early‑20th‑century society. Its author frames etiquette not as rigid rules but as courteous habits that can open doors to confidence and personal happiness. Drawing on generations of experience, the book blends gentle humor with earnest advice, making the material feel both authoritative and approachable.

Covering topics from family obligations and table manners to the art of letter writing and the proper conduct of public events, the work is organized into concise chapters that readers can dip into as needed. Whether preparing for a formal dinner, drafting an invitation, or simply polishing everyday conversation, the guidance remains grounded in common sense while reflecting the era’s refined sensibilities. Listeners will find a useful companion for both personal growth and social confidence.

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Language

en

Duration

~5 hours (294K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Suzanne Lybarger and Emmy

Release date

2007-08-27

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

Subjects

About the author

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Edith B. (Edith Bertha) Ordway

1877–1944

Best remembered for lively adventure stories and practical books for young readers, this early 20th-century American writer and artist brought curiosity, travel, and hands-on learning into her work. Her books range from globe-spanning tales to guides that encouraged children to make things for themselves.

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