The Butler Speaks: A Guide to Stylish Entertaining, Etiquette, and the Art of Good Housekeeping

by Charles MacPherson

Book Overview

Host a dinner party * Make a bed * Set a table * Use the proper fork * Polish silver * Prepare high tea * Present a calling card * Make conversation * Fold a shirt ... all with the charm, ease and sophistication of a butler. Now in its fifth printing, this beautifully illustrated style, etiquette and entertainment guide lays out the essentials of entertaining and household management in a clear, straightforward style. For anyone who rents or owns--be it a small urban condo or a lavish country estate-- The Butler Speaks includes everything you need to know to simplify, organize and care for your home. Charles MacPherson offers modern advice on personal style and etiquette--how to receive guests; present your business card; make polite dinner conversation-- and advice on entertaining at home--how to make a cheese plate; hold your cutlery; set a table--all with the flair, charm and unpretentious grace of the butler.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0449015912
• ISBN13: 9780449015919
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Appetite by Random House
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 7.3" x 9.1"