Putnam's Household Handbook (1916)

By Mae Savell B 1886 Croy

Book Overview

Putnam's Household Handbook, written by Mae Savell Croy and published in 1916, is a comprehensive guide to managing a household during the early 20th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including cooking and baking, cleaning and housekeeping, laundry care, home maintenance, and even etiquette and social graces. The author offers practical advice on everything from preparing meals and organizing the kitchen to keeping a tidy home and caring for clothing and linens. The book also includes helpful tips on entertaining guests, hosting formal dinners, and navigating social situations with grace and poise. With its detailed instructions and helpful tips, Putnam's Household Handbook is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the domestic practices and customs of the early 1900s.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: 1437122280
• ISBN13: 9781437122282
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"