Etiquette For Australians
By Noreen Routledge
Published by Dymock's Book Arcade Ltd: Sydney 1960
In Original Dustjacket
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First published in 1944 and regularly revised to reflect changing social customs, Etiquette For Australians by Noreen Routledge became one of the most widely consulted Australian guides to manners and social conventions in the mid-twentieth century. This 1960 fully revised edition, published by Dymock's Book Arcade in Sydney, offers practical advice on every aspect of social and official life, ranging from formal introductions, correspondence and dining etiquette to engagements, weddings, travelling and the observances expected within military, governmental and royal circles.
Written specifically for Australian readers, the work provides a fascinating snapshot of the customs, values and social expectations of post-war Australia. Particular attention is given to the traditions surrounding Government House, the Australian armed services, British titles and precedence, and the etiquette to be observed in the presence of members of the Royal Family. Beyond its practical purpose, the book now serves as an engaging piece of social history, documenting a world of debutantes, formal dinners and the codes of conduct that once governed everyday life.
Presented here in its original dustjacket, this 1960 edition is an attractive and increasingly uncommon example of Australian social history. The volume bears the label of Hall's Book Store of Melbourne, adding a pleasing touch of local provenance. Collectors of Australiana, ephemera and books relating to manners and domestic life will find this an interesting and nostalgic record of Australian society during the years immediately preceding the cultural changes of the 1960s."
Light wear and staining to dust jacket protected with a clear plastic sleeve. Pages clean and well presented. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
