Description
This account provides a fascinating glimpse at who’s who behind the scenes, from the cook, butler, and housekeeper to the footmen, lady’s maids, governesses and tutors, nannies and nursemaids. Giving a fascinating insight into the heirarchy within the servant’s quarters – from the power–wielding cook to the ever–discreet butler – this guide describes how relationships were forged and changed as the gap between upstairs and downstairs was bridged. Describing their typical working day as well as the holidays, entertainments, and pastimes enjoyed on a rare day off, not to mention the whirl of the social season, this previously ‘uwritten history’ recalls vividly the nature of their lives below stairs. Hardcover with dust jacket. Published by National Trust Books 2011
