""The Gentle Art of Pleasing"" is a self-help book written by Elizabeth Glover and originally published in 1898. The book is a guide to social etiquette and manners, aimed at women who wish to improve their social skills and become more pleasing to others. The author offers advice on a variety of topics, including how to dress appropriately for different occasions, how to make small talk, how to host a dinner party, and how to behave in public. She...