Manuel du Valet de Chambre by Anonymous
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"Manuel du Valet de Chambre" by Anonymous is a comprehensive guidebook aimed at young men seeking to enter the domestic service profession, likely written in the early 19th century. The book details the essential duties and etiquette required of a valet de chambre, including proper attire, language, table service, and the maintenance of living spaces and household items. It serves as a practical manual for those who wish to master the art
of serving in genteel households. The content of the book is structured around various aspects of a valet’s responsibilities. It starts with the importance of personal presentation and cleanliness, emphasizing the need for a valet to be impeccably groomed. The manual outlines daily routines, such as cleaning apartments, answering the door, and serving meals, detailing the order and method for each task. Additionally, it covers the intricacies of maintaining silverware and other household items, ensuring they are kept in pristine condition. Through a blend of practical advice and social etiquette, the book not only instructs on the tasks of a servant but also highlights the values of diligence and attentiveness necessary for someone in this position. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title |
Manuel du Valet de Chambre Contenant des indications sur la tenue, le langage, le service de table et des appartements, le soin des parquets, de l'argenterie, des cuivres, etc., la manière de recevoir et de répondre à la porte, etc., etc. |
| Original Publication | France: Périsse frères,1903. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | TX: Technology: Home economics |
| Subject | Household employees -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. |
| Subject | Valets -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67119 |
| Release Date | Jan 7, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 345 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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