Project Gutenberg 2009-11-21 Public domain in the USA. 345 Devereux, G. R. M. The Etiquette of Engagement and Marriage Describing Modern Manners and Customs of Courtship and Marriage, and giving Full Details regarding the Wedding Ceremony and Arrangements Produced by Clare Graham "The Etiquette of Engagement and Marriage" by G. R. M. Devereux is a guide written in the early 20th century, offering insights into the customs and manners surrounding courtship, engagement, and marriage during that era. This work delves into the evolving nature of romantic relationships and societal expectations, highlighting the importance of etiquette at every stage of courtship and marriage. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the changing perceptions of courtship, contrasting the modern practices of the early 1900s with traditional views. Devereux reflects on how earlier customs, which involved formality and chivalry, have relaxed, yet he urges that etiquette still plays a vital role in romantic pursuits. He introduces various facets of courtship, including the significance of social interactions, desirable occasions for meeting potential partners, and the importance of tact and decorum in navigating these new relationships. The author emphasizes the nuanced dynamics of love, respect, and interpersonal relationships, underscoring the essential principles that should guide individuals as they embark on a romantic journey toward marriage. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en Courtship Wedding etiquette GT Text Browsing: Culture/Civilization/Society Browsing: Parenthood & Family Relations Category: Romance Category: How To ... 267100 2025-06-12T13:46:36.547412 text/html 271821 2021-01-05T20:43:55 text/html; charset=us-ascii 92187 2021-01-05T20:43:55 text/html; charset=us-ascii application/zip 171589 2025-06-12T13:46:44.645398 application/epub+zip 176446 2025-06-12T13:46:40.053409 application/epub+zip 156400 2025-06-12T13:46:38.698435 application/epub+zip 385484 2025-06-12T13:46:48.296358 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 338111 2025-06-12T13:46:43.759403 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 199127 2022-09-14T06:44:39.839923 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 227123 2025-06-12T13:46:35.938472 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 227145 2021-01-05T20:43:55 text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 87535 2021-01-05T20:43:55 text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 application/zip 227136 2021-01-05T20:43:55 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 87496 2021-01-05T20:43:55 text/plain; charset=us-ascii application/zip 20014 2025-06-12T13:46:48.446361 application/rdf+xml 15656 2025-06-12T13:46:39.256412 image/jpeg 3685 2025-06-12T13:46:38.976422 image/jpeg 171239 2025-06-12T13:46:36.572450 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog