num_pages: 384
description: The indispensable companion of every well-bred lady at the close of the nineteenth century. In chapters on each part of the female form copious details guide the reader through such imperfections as wrinkles, sunburn, warts and even baldness for which a concoction of rum and onion is prescribed without ever venturing upon too much scientific explanation. Such simple and politely euphemistic terminology as small black spots and redness, combined with the occasional piece of hearsay or high society gossip, gives the impression of a casual yet authoritative chat among nineteenth century aristocratic gentlewomen.
language: English
title: The Lady's Dressing Room
titlecomplete: The Lady's Dressing Room
ratings_count: 10
publisher: Old House Books