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The Art and Power of Being a Lady
The Art and Power of Being a Lady
Author: Noelle Cleary, Dini Von Mueffling
Lady. Let's face it: the word inspires a host of associations' many of which call to mind the powdered-and-corseted characters in a Merchant-Ivory film, or tea-sipping debutantes in gloves and pearls. That is, until now. Enter The Art and Power of Being a Lady' the book that brushes the cobwebs off and makes "lady" something every girl and wom...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780871137937
ISBN-10: 0871137933
Publication Date: 9/2001
Pages: 192
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Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Press
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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  • Currently 2.5/5 Stars.
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Disappointed. Thought this was going be a more substantial thought piece on what it means to be a "lady." Very basic advice. Grown women know they need to service their car, not gossip, say thank you, etc - at this point in your life you're either doing it or you're not. This book could be appropriate for teenage girls - coupled with a follow up conversation about the standards and societal expectations of womanhood.
  • Currently 3/5 Stars.
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This book is not your traditional guide on how to write thank you notes and arrange flowers and that alone makes it a pleasant surprise. This little volume is grounded in the modern day-to-day life and talks about how to not only be a gracious hostess but also a strong, independent, self-sufficient woman who knows how to change the spark-plugs on her car. I'll recommend this book to anyone who's interested in reading about what it takes to be a lady in today's world.

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