(Etiquette) George Winfred Hervey. The Principles of Courtesy: with Hints and Observations on Manners and Habits

310 + [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.

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