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Marion Harland’s ‘Common Sense in the Household: A Manual of Practical Housewifery’ is a comprehensive guide to domestic management written in a clear and accessible style. Published in 1871, this …

In Christine Terhune Herrick’s ‘The Expert Maid-Servant, ‘ readers are transported into the late 19th century American household, where the protagonist, a maid-servant named Dolly, navigates the …

In ‘The Young Housekeeper’s Friend’ by Mrs. Cornelius, readers are given a comprehensive guide to household management, cooking, cleaning, and etiquette in the mid-19th century. The book is written …

In ‘The Expert Waitress: A Manual for the Pantry, Kitchen, and Dining-Room’ by Anne Frances Springsteed, readers are provided with comprehensive guidance on how to excel in the roles of pantry, …

In ‘The Easiest Way in Housekeeping and Cooking’ by Helen Campbell, readers are guided through a comprehensive manual on housekeeping and cooking techniques. Campbell’s writing style is practical and …

In ‘Nooks and Corners’, J. E. Panton showcases his keen eye for detail and insight into the hidden spaces of everyday life, making it the perfect companion volume to ‘From Kitchen to Garret’. The …

Roger Sherman Tracy’s ‘Hand-book of Sanitary Information for Householders’ is a comprehensive and practical guide that provides essential information on maintaining a healthy and hygienic living …

In ‘Chats on Household Curios’ by Fred W. Burgess, readers are taken on a fascinating journey through the history and significance of everyday household items. With a charming and conversational …

Isaac Phillips Roberts’ book, ‘The farmstead: The making of the rural home and the lay-out of the farm’, is a comprehensive look at the development of rural homes and farms. Written in a …