An interesting look into a by-gone era.
Debutantes did not do dishes.
They were taught piano and guided in the art of flirtation. However, once married, they realized their inadequacies. How, in fact, did one manage a household?
“Mrs. Beeton’s Book of Household Management” became an acclaimed necessity, answering all of their questions.
And her insight holds to this day.
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Ivy Cottage on Bertie 
It’s all quite usable today (except for the enormous staff issues). And “A mistress of the house sets the tone” is expressed now as “If Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.”