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Product Identifiers
PublisherSt. Martin's Press
ISBN-101250080770
ISBN-139781250080776
eBay Product ID (ePID)234839702
Product Key Features
Book TitleLife below Stairs : True Lives of Edwardian Servants
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicEurope / Great Britain / General
Publication Year2012
IllustratorYes
GenreHistory
AuthorAlison Maloney
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight15.9 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal640.46094109041
Edition DescriptionSpecial
SynopsisUPSTAIRS, an Edwardian home would have been a picture of elegance and calm, adorned with social gatherings and extravagantly envisioned dinner parties.DOWNSTAIRS, it was a hive of domestic activity, supported by a body of staff painstakingly devoted to ensuring the smooth running of the household.Brimming with family secrets, society scandal, and of course elaborate parties, dresses, and social customs, the world of an aristocratic Edwardian household as depicted on the hit show Downton Abbey has captivated millions. But what was life really like for the people who kept such a household running: the servants? In "Life Below Stairs," international bestselling author Alison Maloney takes readers behind the scenes to reveal a lively and colorful picture of what went on "downstairs," describing servants' daily life in this now-vanished world.Detailing everything from household structure, pay and conditions, special duties, and rules and regulations, to perks, entertainment, and even romance, Maloney examines the drudgery and hardships below stairs, as well as the rewards and pleasures. Thoroughly researched and reliably informed, this charmingly illustrated volume also contains first-hand stories from the staff of the time, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the lifestyle and conduct of a bygone era.
