Sir, Having recently purchased a new townhouse, I do now peruse brochures of furniture to equip it. I particularly like the practical illustrations showing the very item in use. This mirror, for example, can be adjusted to suit the size and height of any nudes
Sir, Gussy Herbert sends a most confusing postcard from Paris, informing me of his "Duplex Candle System". He intends to patent his invention immediately upon his return to London, which he believes will make him great wealth. I think the man has a bra
Sir, Lady X is well known for her regular nudity around guests and servants alike. Sadly, I am married to Lady B___ who refuses to show even so much as an ankle. It is therefore advantageous that Maid Lizzy is always most enthusiastic to "role-play" ar
Sir, This evening to my club, and to a private show by Mr Alfonso and his assistant, of an acrobatic dexterity ne'er seen before. Such was their skill and adroitness that three encores were called. A most fascinating evening.
Sir, If it pleases you, may I draw attention to this illustration from a book I have been reading in my library. I feel it perfectly illustrates modern etiquette at the table.
Sir, As reward for my maid's hard work and lithely ankles, I have upgraded maid Gwyneth from a straw sack to a bedframe and feather mattress. Gwyneth is so delighted with my generosity! Why, I believe I can hear her gasps and moans of pleasure almost ni
Sir, All is disarray this morning. Lady B___ demands to know why her tea has no milk, and Maid Elsie does gesture to assist in a most undignified way. Lady B___ dismisses maid Elsie immediately. I later send a note to Elsie offering alternative employmen
Sir, I sit within my library, enjoying a glass of port and perusing some books I did recently buy from a dealer. One in particular caught my eye, for it purports to show how things will be in 50 years time. The chapter on future clothing and fashions was
