English Home Life (1886)
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Overview
English Home Life is a book written by Robert Laird Collier and published in 1886. It is a detailed account of the typical English home life during the Victorian era. The book covers a range of topics such as the architecture and design of English homes, the daily routines of the English family, the roles of men and women in the household, the education of children, and the social customs and traditions of the time.The author provides a comprehensive overview of the various aspects of English home life, drawing on his own experiences and observations as well as historical and literary sources. He explores the different types of homes in England, from the grand country estates of the aristocracy to the humble cottages of the working class. He also discusses the various rooms in a typical English home, such as the parlour, the dining room, and the nursery, and how they were used by different members of the family.Collier also delves into the social customs and traditions of the time, such as the importance of etiquette and good manners, the role of religion in family life, and the celebrations and festivities that marked the calendar year. He also discusses the education of children, including the different types of schools and the curriculum that was taught.Overall, English Home Life provides a fascinating insight into the daily lives of the English people during the Victorian era, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English culture and society.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781164634683
- ISBN-10: 1164634682
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.31 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.45 pounds
- Page Count: 146
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