ā Catholic Review ā 4/5 Stars A fascinating historical resource for listeners interested in family life, household responsibility, hospitality, thrift, work, order, and domestic culture. From a Catholic perspective, its emphasis on caring for one's household and practicing hospitality can provide interesting material for reflection on the dignity of ordinary work and responsibilities toward family and community. The book also reflects the social structure, gender expectations, medical knowledge, and domestic customs of Victorian Britain, some of which are very different from contemporary Catholic family life. It is best approached as both a practical manual and a historical document.