Society In The Country House (1907)

By Thomas Hay Sweet Escott

Book Overview

Society In The Country House is a book written by Thomas Hay Sweet Escott and first published in 1907. The book is a detailed exploration of the social history and customs of the British country house during the 19th century. Escott delves into the intricate workings of the country house, including the hierarchy of the household staff, the roles of the family members, and the etiquette of the guests. He also examines the cultural and artistic aspects of country house life, such as the importance of music and literature, and the impact of the Arts and Crafts movement.The book provides a fascinating insight into the lives of the wealthy and privileged during a time of great social change in Britain. It explores the tensions between tradition and modernity, and the ways in which the country house reflected wider societal shifts.Overall, Society In The Country House is a comprehensive and engaging study of a unique aspect of British history, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the social history of the country house.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: 1437150934
• ISBN13: 9781437150933
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 516 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"