The Jane Austen Handbook: Proper Life Skills from Regency England

The Jane Austen Handbook: Proper Life Skills from Regency England

Margaret C. Sullivan

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Long before Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, Quirk published this guide to life in Regency England to the delight of Austen fans everywhere. Newly published with a revised cover, The Jane Austen Handbook offers step-by-step instructions for proper comportment in the early 19th century. Readers will discover:      •  How to Indicate Interest in a Gentleman Without Seeming Forward      •  How to Ensure a Good Yearly Income      •  How to Ride Sidesaddle      •  How to Behave at a Dinner PartyFull of practical directions for navigating the travails of Regency life, this charming illustrated book also serves as a companion for present-day readers, explaining the English class system, currency, dress, and the nuances of graceful living.

Published: Jan 01, 2011

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Est. Pages: 224

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