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Summary: A must have for those of us who are aristocracy, and others.
Review: Allow me to inform you that this book is an essential part to any upper class library. It is with great pleasure to read about Hyacinth's life's triumphant moments and her "hoi polloi" moments too. Just the other day, I was informing our Vicar, Father Andy, at one of our numerous candle light suppers, "... This 'Book of Etiquette' is the reason for the wonderful success of our candle light suppers." This book also makes a great gift to those who may be lacking in some of the elements of the aristocracy. Oh, I must pop off now, my pearl-white slim-line telephone in ringing right now and that must be someone very important. Ta ta.
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Summary: A must have for those of us who are aristocracy, and others.
Review: Allow me to inform you that this book is an essential part to any upper class library. It is with great pleasure to read about Hyacinth's life's triumphant moments and her "hoi polloi" moments too. Just the other day, I was informing our Vicar, Father Andy, at one of our numerous candle light suppers, "... This 'Book of Etiquette' is the reason for the wonderful success of our candle light suppers." This book also makes a great gift to those who may be lacking in some of the elements of the aristocracy. Oh, I must pop off now, my pearl-white slim-line telephone in ringing right now and that must be someone very important. Ta ta.
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Summary: Almost as Good as The Show Itself!!!!!
Review: Anyone who enjoys "Keeping Up Appearances" as much as I do will be pleased to own this exceptional book by the creator of the show, Roy Clarke. The title alone is enough to send anyone into laughter. At a good price, this book is worth the money!!
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Summary: Great stuff, but get the paperback
Review: Following in a somewhat British tradition of having book tie-ins which are not *about* the show so much as a *continuation* of the show, _Book of Etiquette_ is written as though the character of Hyacinth Bucket were sharing a diary with her audience. This makes for some howlingly funny reading, but may disappoint those looking for behind-the-scenes information about the show. Also, as is the case with the _Yes, Minister_ and Dame Edna tie-in books, a lot of the material has already surfaced in the series. Now, since this material is incredibly funny, it's a joy to have it in the written word. Still, some might feel cheated that the book is more old material than new. It's also important to point out, I think, that the work is fairly graphic-intensive. There are *lots* of pictures and decorative borders here. These elements obviously cut into the space available for text. On balance, then, I would very much recommend that you get the paperback version, even if it's a gift purchase. While very funny, the book doesn't warrant the hardbound price.
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Summary: The Bucket woman writes
Review: Hyacinth strikes again, only this time you have a little more insight to her thought process. The book is great. It takes the form of Hyacinth dispensing her advice through examples from the show. I can recall the examples, and you seem to gain a greater understanding of the inner workings of her mind. I will not have you reading lower middle class literature, when this is available.
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Summary: The Bucket woman writes
Review: Hyacinth strikes again, only this time you have a little more insight to her thought process. The book is great. It takes the form of Hyacinth dispensing her advice through examples from the show. I can recall the examples, and you seem to gain a greater understanding of the inner workings of her mind. I will not have you reading lower middle class literature, when this is available.
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Summary: One of the funniest books I ever read!
Review: One section title sums up Hyacinth Bucket to a T: "Putting People in their Places." The book is advice to those who aim to be as perfect as Hyacinth. Learn how to deal with brother-in-laws in dresses, sisters with cracked coffee mugs, and how to handle a shirtless Onslow!
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Summary: One of the funniest books I ever read!
Review: One section title sums up Hyacinth Bucket to a T: "Putting People in their Places." The book is advice to those who aim to be as perfect as Hyacinth. Learn how to deal with brother-in-laws in dresses, sisters with cracked coffee mugs, and how to handle a shirtless Onslow!
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Summary: An Absolute Gem!
Review: The Brits have a wonderful knack for taking the scripts (or bits thereof), incorporating them into a book ostensibly written by the character herself, and coming up with something fresh and every bit as hilarious as the series itself. Such is certainly the case with Hyacinth Bucket's Book of Etiquette. With this book, Hyacinth responds to questions of etiquette from the "socially less fortunate." Her responses and anecdotes (which often contain snippets of dialogue taken from the scripts) are well-seasoned with her own opinions and thoughts; the result is just hilarious. Hyacinth has even included an index for the reader, which contains gems such as "index finger, correct use of" and "husbands, uses of." For the person who just can't get enough of that Bucket woman, this lovely 191-page book, which contains an abundance of black & white photos (scenes from the series) is a must-have. A book to be read and re-read, it is every bit as enjoyable as the series upon which it is based. Highly recommended!
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Summary: When you can't watch the TV show, read the book!
Review: This book is a must-have for any fan of the series "Keeping Up Appearances." The format: Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced "Bouquet", of course) has written this book to help we, the readers, improve our social skills and graces, hopefully avoiding the complications her friends and family have caused her! She cites examples from the first few years of the series of what to do and what not to do (basically, don't do what Onslow does and you're on the right track already)! It is full of photos from the show, and even includes a family tree. A fun item for the Hyacinth fan!
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