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 : containing clear and comprehensive directions for correct manners, dress, and conversation, instructions for good behavior at dinner parties and the table : together with the etiquette of the ball and assembly room, evening parties, deportment in the street and when traveling, and the usage to be observed when visiting or receiving calls : to which is added the etiquette of courtship, marriage, domestic duties, and fifty-six rules to be observed in general society /

"Almost every gentleman has wine at his table whenever he has invited guests"-- p. [74].

Some advertisements are illustrated; cover illustration shows period dress.

Publisher's advertisements at beginning and end.

General observations -- The art of conversation -- General rules for conversation -- On dress -- Introductions -- Letters of introduction -- Dinner parties -- Habits at table -- Wine at table -- Carving -- Etiquette of the ball and assembly room -- Evening parties -- Visiting -- Street etiquette -- Traveling -- Marriage -- Domestic etiquette and duties -- On general society.

Mode of access: Internet.

Quarter green cloth; dark yellow pictorial paper boards.

ACQ: 35669; Janice B. Longone; Gift; 6/21/2001.