The Expert Maid-Servant by Christine Terhune Herrick
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| Author | Herrick, Christine Terhune, 1859-1944 |
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| LoC No. | 04027876 |
| Title | The Expert Maid-Servant |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Expert Maid-Servant" by Christine Terhune Herrick is a guidebook on domestic service written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the intricate dynamics of hiring and working with maid-servants, detailing everything from engaging a maid to the specifics of daily duties and expectations within a household. The author conveys insights that aim to improve both the employer's and employee's experiences in domestic service, stressing the importance of clear communication and mutual respect. At the start of the book, the author discusses the process of hiring a maid, emphasizing the necessity of establishing clear expectations from both the maid and the mistress. The opening portion outlines various approaches to engaging a maid, including using reputable agencies and the importance of checking references. Herrick highlights the significance of understanding each party's roles and responsibilities to ensure a harmonious working relationship. Furthermore, she illustrates how a thorough onboarding process can help alleviate the initial awkwardness both for the mistress and the new maid, paving the way for a more efficient and satisfying domestic environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TX: Technology: Home economics |
| Subject | Household employees |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43042 |
| Release Date | Jun 26, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 103 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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