Dame Curtsey's Book Of Party Pastimes For The Up-To-Date Hostess (1912)

By Ellye Howell Glover

Book Overview

Dame Curtsey�������s Book Of Party Pastimes For The Up-To-Date Hostess is a book written by Ellye Howell Glover in 1912. It is a comprehensive guide for hostesses who want to throw the perfect party. The book is divided into different sections, each one focusing on a specific type of party or event.The first section of the book is all about formal dinners. It includes tips on table setting, menu planning, and entertainment ideas. The second section is dedicated to children�������s parties, with suggestions for games, decorations, and party favors. The third section covers outdoor parties, including picnics, garden parties, and beach outings.The book also includes chapters on holiday parties, such as Christmas and Halloween, as well as themed parties, like costume parties and masquerade balls. There are also sections on hosting tea parties, luncheons, and bridge parties.Throughout the book, Glover provides detailed instructions for games and activities, along with suggestions for prizes and decorations. She also includes recipes for party foods and beverages.Overall, Dame Curtsey�������s Book Of Party Pastimes For The Up-To-Date Hostess is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to be a successful hostess. It is a charming and informative guide that is filled with practical advice and creative ideas for entertaining guests.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164616870
• ISBN13: 9781164616870
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"