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A stunning new-look edition of the 1960s guide to men and relationships from the author of A Guide to Elegance. A timeless Men are From Mars, Women are from Venus...The inimitable Madame Dariaux imparts her pearls of wisdom on a subject of crucial importance to every woman -- Man. In this revised edition of her 1960s classic, she deals with every aspect relating to liaison with the male species, including Adultery, Affairs, Bathrooms, Budgets, Confessions, Courtship, Divorce, Drinkers, Drivers, Hobbies, Jealousy, Monogamy, Nudity, Regrets, Snoring, Virility, Youth and Zippers. From how to ensnare a man to how to keep him (or get rid of him!), Mme Dariaux gives advice that no 21st-century woman dare be without. In the battle of the sexes, the first rule is be armed -- and Mme Dariaux provides the perfect ammunition...She also gives tips on how to deal with those other men in your life -- whether it's the postman, the mechanic or the barman -- and get exactly what you want.
How can a woman navigate the complexities of male behavior and interpersonal dynamics through the lens of mid-century social etiquette? Genevieve Antoine Dariaux, a renowned authority on style and social conduct, utilizes her extensive experience in high-society decorum to offer a structured guide to managing relationships with men. The book presents a comprehensive framework for understanding male habits, ranging from the domestic to the romantic, grounded in the cultural expectations of the 1960s.
What You Will Find
The text functions as a historical artifact of mid-century social mores, offering a clinical yet witty examination of gender relations that reflects the specific cultural climate of its origin. Its value lies in its preservation of a bygone era's advice, serving as both a period piece and a study in the evolution of relationship guidance.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
2004-01-01
Publisher:
Harper Collins
ISBN-10:
000719918X
ISBN-13:
9780007199181
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