If you’ve got a penchant for all things proprietary, particularly those inspired by classic novels and period dramas, then you’ll be captivated by every exquisite chapter of this guide to sophisticated service! A collaboration between renowned butler and industry expert Stanley Ager and Fiona St. Aubyn, a descendant of the family once served by Ager, this classic handbook contains all of the wisdom you’ll need to maintain a magnificent home. You’ll also uncover a wealth... More
If you’ve got a penchant for all things proprietary, particularly those inspired by classic novels and period dramas, then you’ll be captivated by every exquisite chapter of this guide to sophisticated service! A collaboration between renowned butler and industry expert Stanley Ager and Fiona St. Aubyn, a descendant of the family once served by Ager, this classic handbook contains all of the wisdom you’ll need to maintain a magnificent home. You’ll also uncover a wealth of biographical tales from Ager’s working life at a castle on the shores of Cornwall - stories which illustrate the nuances of high society both up- and downstairs. Whether you’re seeking advice on polishing the silver, manners with your master, primping or packing your wardrobe, hosting royal guests, or folding napkins fashionably, this soup-to-spirits guide is at your service!
