Gentlemen's Gentlemen
- 290 páginas
- 11 horas de lectura
First published forty years ago, Gentlemen's Gentlemen gives an insight into the golden age of service - a profession now almost completely lost.
Rosina Harrison Libros
Rosina Harrison, conocida como Rose, fue una observadora perspicaz de la naturaleza humana y los estratos sociales. Sus experiencias vitales como doncella le proporcionaron un punto de vista incomparable sobre las vidas de aquellos a quienes sirvió, impulsando reflexiones profundas sobre las distinciones de clase y la decencia humana. Su escritura es sencilla y honesta, revelando la intrincada dinámica entre empleadores y personal. A través de su prosa, los lectores obtienen una visión de un mundo que ha desaparecido en gran medida, pero cuyos elementos humanos fundamentales siguen siendo eternamente relevantes.
The Lady's Maid
- 368 páginas
- 13 horas de lectura
'I was able to get on well with everyone below stairs and above, or so I thought until I began working for Lady Astor...' In 1929, Yorkshire lass Rosina Harrison became personal maid to Lady Astor: the first female Member of Parliament to take her seat and wife of one of England's wealthiest lords.
Set in 1928, the story follows Harrison as she becomes the personal maid to the unconventional Lady Astor, a prominent figure in Parliament known for her royal connections and global travels. The narrative explores the dynamics of class and privilege within the Astor household, highlighting the contrasts between the lives of the aristocracy and their servants. Harrison's experiences provide a unique perspective on the social intricacies of the time, making for an engaging exploration of both personal and societal themes.