The Table: And How To Decorate It (1904)

By Mary Whipple Alexander

""The Table: And How To Decorate It"" is a guidebook on table decoration and entertaining written by Mary Whipple Alexander and first published in 1904. The book covers a wide range of topics related to table setting and etiquette, including the proper use of table linens, silverware, and glassware, as well as advice on menu planning and serving the perfect meal. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of table decoration and entertaining. The first chapter, for example, focuses on the importance of the dining room and the table as the centerpiece of any entertaining event. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the use of flowers and other decorative elements for the table, the proper placement of dishes and utensils, and the use of lighting and other atmospheric elements to create a memorable dining experience.Throughout the book, Alexander emphasizes the importance of attention to detail and the need for a harmonious and cohesive approach to table decoration. She also provides numerous practical tips and suggestions for creating beautiful and memorable table settings, as well as advice on how to handle common dining etiquette dilemmas.Overall, ""The Table: And How To Decorate It"" is a timeless guide to the art of table decoration and entertaining that is still relevant and useful today. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn how to create beautiful, elegant, and memorable dining experiences for themselves and their 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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437384862
• ISBN13: 9781437384864
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"