(Etiquette) George Winfred Hervey. The Principles of Courtesy: with Hints and Observations on Manners and Habits Central American and over 900 step-by-step photographs

and over 900 step-by-step photographs and cartoons

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(Etiquette) George Winfred Hervey. The Principles of Courtesy: with Hints and Observations on Manners and Habits Central American and over 900 step-by-step photographs310 + [1] ad pp. Blindstamped brown cloth, gilt lettered spine. Revised & Enlarged Edition. NY: Harper & Bros., 1852. A pre Civil War volume on American etiquette, which the author felt "induced to write by observing that nearly all who have treated manners, have inculcated pernicious opinions, appealed to unworthy motives, and taught a heartless and selfish system of politeness." Timely! Near fine a treasure. (3)