Maura describes in fond clarity not only how we once socialized, dined, and lived, but also how to entertain today using antiques and making simple but unique choices.

Curiosities spanning the pre-Georgian, Regency, Victorian, Gilded Age, and Edwardian eras, to Mid-20th Century are highlighted.

Etiquette and social historian Maura J. Graber treats readers to a trip back in time.

Explore various unusual objects, etiquette, and social tools that once made up an everyday life in Western society.

Maura dishes on the history of utensils, proper table manners, and correct table settings.

Filled with numerous photos and examples, learn all about the different utensils designed for dining, why they are important, and how to use them correctly.