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Life Below Stairs

By Alison Maloney

Life Below Stairs

By Alison Maloney

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UPSTAIRS, 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.
Product details
Number of Pages:
192
Release Date:
2012-12-24
Publication Date:
2012-12-24
Publisher:
St. Martins Press-3PL
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1250017653
ISBN13:
9781250017659
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
395 g
Height:
145 cm
Width:
222 cm
Thickness:
14 cm
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