A fascinating insight into two eighteenth-century House Books, revealing the everyday life for Georgian households.
During the eighteenth century ladies of high society kept handwritten notes on recipes, remedies, gardening and household tips in their personal House Books and it became fashionable to exchange the most successful with friends and neighbours. Very few of these fragile House Books have survived and this compilation celebrates the discovery of two: one from Lady Talbot of Lacock Abbey and the other from Lady Louisa Conolly of Castletown House. This charming compilation is full of fascinating information and useful tips and gives an insight into the lives of those living in the grand houses of the eighteenth century.
8 colour plates
By:
The Hon. Sarah Macpherson Imprint: The History Press Ltd Country of Publication: United Kingdom Edition: New edition Dimensions:
Height: 198mm,
Width: 129mm,
ISBN:9781803995397 ISBN 10: 1803995394 Publication Date:16 November 2023 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active