A guide to etiquette that was used right after the Civil War. Recommended by the Confederate Yankee.

Martine'S Hand-Book of Etiquette, And Guide to True Politeness by Arthur Martine, first published in 1866, is a rare manuscript, the original residing in one of the great libraries of the world. This book is a reproduction of that original, which has been scanned and cleaned by state-of-the-art publishing tools for better readability and enhanced appreciation. Restoration Editors' mission is to bring long out of print manuscripts back to life. Some smudges, annotations or unclear text may still exist, due to permanent damage to the original work. We believe the literary significance of the text justifies offering this reproduction, allowing a new generation to appreciate it.

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In 'Martine's Hand-book of Etiquette, and Guide to True Politeness', Arthur Martine delves into the intricacies of social etiquette with a blend of practical advice and insightful commentary. Written in a straightforward and instructive tone, the book covers a wide range of topics including proper behavior in social settings, communication skills, and the importance of courtesy in everyday interactions. Martine's literary style is clear and authoritative, making the book a valuable guide for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of social etiquette in the Victorian era. This book is a reflection of its time, offering a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of the period. Arthur Martine's attention to detail and practical approach to etiquette demonstrate his expertise in the subject matter, making this book a must-read for those interested in etiquette and social customs. 'Martine's Hand-book of Etiquette, and Guide to True Politeness' is a timeless classic that continues to offer valuable insights into the art of politeness and social etiquette.

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Excerpt from Martine's Hand-Book of Etiquette and Guide to True Politeness: A Complete Manual for Those Who Desire to Understand the Rules of Good Breeding, the Customs of Good Society, and to Avoid Incorrect and Vulgar Habits I shall not go so far; but hardly know what we should think of a sportsman who would attempt to bring down a bird before he had loaded his gun. I have purposely reserved the egotistical bore for the last on this short and imperfect list. It is truly revolting, indeed, to approach the very Boa-constrictor of good soci ety; the snake who comes upon us, not in the natural form of a huge, coarse, slow reptile, but Proteus-like, in a thousand different forms though all displaying at the first sight the boa-bore, ready to slime over every subject of discourse with the vile saliva of selfish vanity. Pah i it is repulsive even to speak of the species, numerous, too, as the sands along the shore. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.