Christine Terhune Herrick

The Expert Maid-Servant

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Discover the secrets to efficient household management with "The Expert Maid-Servant" by Cristine Terhune Herrick. This practical guide delves into the world of domestic service, offering invaluable insights into housekeeping, cleaning, and cookery. A comprehensive resource for those in household employment, the book explores various aspects of the profession, offering advice and time-tested strategies. Providing a detailed look at the duties and responsibilities of a maid-servant, this volume provides a comprehensive look at the best methods for organization and cleaning. Whether you're interested in the historical context of domestic labor or seeking to improve your own household management skills, this book provides an insightful perspective on the daily tasks and challenges faced by household employees. A valuable addition to any collection, "The Expert Maid-Servant" remains a relevant and fascinating exploration of a vital aspect of social history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 95g
• ISBN-13: 9781023326520
• ISBN-10: 1023326523
• Artikelnr.: 74108631

Autorenporträt

Christine Terhune Herrick (1859-1944) was a noted author and authority on domestic science and the social customs of her time. Born into a literary family, Christine was the daughter of the celebrated author Marion Harland, a pen name for Mary Virginia Terhune. Influenced by her mother's success in writing, Christine carved her own niche by focusing on the intricacies of household management and the virtues of domesticity. Her work, 'The Expert Maid-Servant' (1899), reflects this specialization, offering an in-depth guide for domestics and housekeepers on how to perform their duties with skill and efficiency. Within her writing, Herrick champions the professionalism of household work and emphasizes the necessity of proper training and respect for those in service positions. Herrick's literary style blends pragmatic instruction with a considered exploration of the social dynamics within the late 19th and early 20th-century American home. She contributed significantly to the burgeoning field of domestic science, which sought to apply scientific principles to homemaking. Herrick's interest in elevating the standards of domestic work reflects the broader cultural currents of her era, where the domestic sphere was beginning to gain recognition as a site of serious labor deserving of formal study and respect. Her work thus holds a meaningful place in the history of American literature on domesticity and social reform.