Gentlemen's Gentlemen
- 290pages
- 11 heures de lecture
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 Livres
Rosina Harrison, connue sous le nom de Rose, fut une observatrice perspicace de la nature humaine et des strates sociales. Ses expériences de vie en tant que femme de chambre lui ont fourni un point de vue inégalé sur la vie de ceux qu'elle servait, suscitant des réflexions profondes sur les distinctions de classe et la décence humaine. Son écriture est simple et honnête, révélant la dynamique complexe entre employeurs et personnel. À travers sa prose, les lecteurs obtiennent un aperçu d'un monde qui a largement disparu, mais dont les éléments humains fondamentaux restent éternellement pertinents.
The Lady's Maid
- 368pages
- 13 heures de lecture
'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.