A Proper Young Lady
A Proper Young Lady

Author: Lianne Simon

Publisher:

Published: 2015-12-05

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 9780985148218

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A woman with the complete form of Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome might never discover that she has testes in her abdomen rather than ovaries and uterus. Danièle knows, and she grieves that she can never have her own children. She has a partial form of AIS that left her with ambiguous genitals, a steady stream of doctors and psychologists, and parents determined to see her happy as a girl. After Melanie agrees to have a baby for her, Danièle learns that the clinic can extract sperm from her own gonadal biopsies, and she becomes the biological father herself. Ethan adores the graceful young woman named Danièle, while Melanie imagines a life with the father of her children. Danièle? She's happy with her intersex body--somewhere between princess and little boy. But in a black and white world, she must choose--once and for all--who she will be. And whom she will love.

50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know
50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know

Author: Kay West

Publisher: Harper Celebrate

Published: 2011-10-31

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1401604463

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In an ever-changing world, good manners never go out of style. These essential skills and tips will help you all aspects as you grow into womanhood. Good manners are not just a quaint and old-fashioned concept. They’re an essential aspect of every young lady’s path to adulthood. It’s safe to say that today’s young woman is exposed to more opportunities than any generation of women in history, and these essential guidelines created by author Kay West will help parents ensure that their daughters grow up to succeed in any situation. In 50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know, you will learn about: Making conversation with adults Accepting a gift you don't like Dressing appropriately Winning and losing graciously Writing a thank-you note While the formal rules of etiquette are not taught the way they once were, 50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know provides a modern take on the ageless idea that girls should know appropriate and courteous responses to any given situation. This updated guide to traditional standards of behavior proves that manners never go out of style--they’re a crucial skillset that a young girl needs to excel in whatever she chooses to do.

Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politéness
Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politéness

Author: Florence Hartley

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 1860

Total Pages: 348

ISBN-13:

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Do unto others as you would others should do to you. You can never be rude if you bear the rule always in mind, for what lady likes to be treated rudely? True Christian politeness will always be the result of an unselfish regard for the feelings of others, and though you may err in the ceremonious points of etiquette, you will never be im polite. Politeness, founded upon such a rule, becomes the expression, in graceful manner, of social virtues. The spirit of politeness consists in a certain attention to forms and ceremonies, which are meant both to please others and ourselves, and to make others pleased with us ;a still clearer definition may be given by saying that politeness is goodness of heart put into daily practice; the.re can be no true, politeness without kindness, purity, singleness of heart, and sensibility. Many believe that politeness is but a mask worn in the world to conceal bad passions and impulses, and to make a show of possessing virtues not really existing in the heart; thus, that politeness is merely hypocrisy and dissimulation. Do not believe this; be certain that those who profess such a doctrine are practising themselves the deceit they condemn so much.

How to Be a Proper Lady
How to Be a Proper Lady

Author: Katharine Ashe

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2012-06-26

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 0062030639

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A fiery female privateer meets her match on the high seas in this Regency romance by a USA Today–bestselling author. The Rules of Being a Proper Lady 1) Never take steps greater than six inches apart. 2) Never look boldly at a gentleman. 3) And never, ever, kiss a man who is not your fiancé. But beautiful, bold Viola Carlyle doesn't care about the rules. And she desperately wants to kiss the notoriously tempting Captain Jin Seton, the man who brought her kicking and fighting back to English society. Kidnapped as a child, now she longs to return to that life of freedom where she was able to live—and love—as she wished. Having hunted Viola for two years, Jin Seton has finally found his good luck—for, by finding Viola, his oldest, deepest debt will at last be paid. And although he has vowed not to let her win his heart, this very improper lady might finally be the one who tames him. Praise for How to Be a Proper Lady “In a word engrossing. I turned page after page and delighted in every word read... Jinan and Viola are some of the first characters in a long time that really touched my heart, and they are what make How to Be a Proper Lady an unforgettable read.” —Romance Junkies “How to Be a Proper Lady has everything fans of historical romance could want in a book.” —Joyfully Reviewed “Every bit as delicious as it promised.” —The Librarian Next Door

The Officer and the Proper Lady
The Officer and the Proper Lady

Author: Louise Allen

Publisher: Harlequin

Published: 2010-12-01

Total Pages: 297

ISBN-13: 142687619X

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A proper English lady battles her desire for a rakish officer as Napoleon marches into Brussels in this sexy Regency romance. Major Hal Carlow was a fine soldier, but he was also a flirt, a rake and a scoundrel! In general, he tried to steer clear of proper young ladies—no fun at all—and spend time with the sort of women who appreciated his finer qualities. . . . Miss Julia Tresilian’s duty was to find a husband, but her prospective suitors bored her to tears. Yet even talking to the incorrigible Hal Carlow was dangerous to her marriage prospects, let alone anything more. . . .

A Proper Woman
A Proper Woman

Author: Thavry Thon

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-01-16

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 9781542493628

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This is the true story of a young Cambodian woman who has challenged her country's social and cultural norms throughout her life and as a consequence has become an ambassador for female empowerment. Growing up on an island in the Bassac River, removed from many of the conveniences of modern life and surrounded by traditional customs and thought, Thavry's story is one of inspiration to females around the world. As Cambodia slowly recovers from the great turmoil and destruction of civil war and the Khmer Rouge, rural life largely returned to familiar, century-old ways. For women, this meant marrying young, bearing children and working on the family farm, with little say in anything. But with support from her parents, whose own childhood experiences had been greatly shaped by the four years of Khmer Rouge rule, Thavry was taught to value education as a means of breaking from the confines of the village and to forge her own independent future. Her inspiring story shows that encouraging young women to believe in their dreams - and supporting them to do so - can lead to a freedom to learn and grow unknown to earlier generations.

Young Woman and the Sea
Young Woman and the Sea

Author: Glenn Stout

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 365

ISBN-13: 0618858687

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THE PERFECT MILE meet SWIMMING TO ANTARCTICA in this compelling tale of how nineteen-year-old Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim the English Channel.

The Young Lady's Private Counselor
The Young Lady's Private Counselor

Author: Melville Cox 1835- Keith

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781020503085

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This guide for young women provides advice and guidance on topics such as good behavior, moral character, and the proper way to dress. Written with compassion and understanding, this book is ideal for anyone who wants to improve their standards of hygiene and etiquette. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.