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9780449015919

The Butler Speaks A Return to Proper Etiquette, Stylish Entertaining, and the Art of Good Housekeeping

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  • ISBN13:

    9780449015919

  • ISBN10:

    0449015912

  • Edition: 1st
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 2013-04-23
  • Publisher: Appetite by Random House
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Summary

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. In a clear, straightforward style, Charles MacPherson lays out the essentials of entertaining and household management in this beautifully illustrated style, etiquette and entertainment guide. For anyone who rents or owns--be it a small urban condo or a lavish country estate-- The Butler Speaksincludes everything you need to know to simplify, organize and care for your home. It also 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.

Author Biography

A world authority in household management and butlering, Charles MacPherson is the founder of Charles MacPherson Associates Inc., North America's only registered school for butlers and household managers. He brings over 24 years of experience in his field and is the resident butler for THE MARILYN DENIS SHOW. Charles' weekly column "Ask Charles the Butler" is featured in METRO NEWS. Visit Charles at www.charlesmacpherson.com

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