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Chargement... Life Below Stairs: In the Victorian & Country Housepar Sian Evans
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From the cook, butler, and housekeeper to the footman, lady's maid and nanny, this is a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of some of Britain's grandest houses. An entertaining social history, steering the reader through the minefield of etiquette and hierarchy that kept Britain's great houses running like clockwork. A bygone era is brought vividly to live through letters, journals, interviews, lively descriptions, and stunning photography of the places and possessions left behind. The largely untold stories of innumerable, rather humble, lives spent "in service" are lying just below the surface of many great houses; the physical evidence can be seen in surviving servants' quarters, the material of their everyday life, even their uniforms and possessions. This account provides a fascinating glimpse at who's who behind the scenes, from the cook, butler, and housekeeper to the footmen, lady's maids, governesses and tutors, nannies and nursemaids. Giving a fascinating insight into the heirarchy within the servant's quarters--from the power-wielding cook to the ever-discreet butler--this guide describes how relationships were forged and changed as the gap between upstairs and downstairs was bridged. Describing their typical working day as well as the holidays, entertainments, and pastimes enjoyed on a rare day off, not to mention the whirl of the social season, this previously "uwritten history" recalls vividly the nature of their lives below stairs. Aucune description trouvée dans une bibliothèque |
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The really standout feature is the photography. You might expect a book like this to be filled only with drawings from the period, or grainy black and white photos. However, many of the photos are in full color, showing scenes from several National Trust buildings being maintained as museums. It would be hard to visualize exactly what a Brushing Room might be, but the photos tell the story. In addition, there are period photos of household staff and their families.
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