题名:
Downton Abbey : rules for household staff
个人著者:
GVPL_EDITION:
First U.S. edition.
PUBDATE:
2014
GVPL_PUBLICATION_INFO:
New York : St. Martin's Griffin, 2014.
物理描述:
vii, 117 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm
ISBN:
9781250066329
摘要:
Downton Abbey may be fictional, but the hierarchy and high standards expected of the staff were typical of the early twentieth century manor household. This guide contains instruction for the staff, and is designed to help them understand their place in upholding the high standards of the household.
一般注释:
Edition published in Great Britain identifies Justyn Barnes as the author.
Foreword by Charles Carson.
"First published in Great Britain by Headline Publishing Group, an Hachette UK Company"--Title page verso.
"Containing the most approved directions and guidance for staff in every station within the household in order to discharge their duties correctly & with efficiency, with particular instructions for the butler, housekeeper, cook, valet, lady's maid, footman, housemaid, kitchen staff, and including useful information on tried and tested methods for all"--Facing title page.
内容:
The hierarchy of staff -- Butler -- Royal visits -- Housekeeper -- Specific notes pertaining to house parties -- Valet -- Lady's maid -- Particular advice for female servants on posture & carriage -- Cook -- Assistant cook & kitchen maid -- Useful notes for all kitchen staff -- Footman -- First aid, medicinal drinks & curatives -- Housemaid.
LANGUAGE:
英文
