For our modern sensibilities it's quaint and too subjective. These days we like our etiquette served with a dose of exactness.
"When a lady does you the honor to offer her hand, take it with an air of grateful deference which will show how you appreciate the honor; do not drop it instantly as if the touch scared you, nor hold it so long as to cause her a feeling of uneasiness."
Standard Book of Politeness, Good Behavior and Social Etiquette
Anonymous, 1884
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I very much enjoyed my visit to your site today. Sometimes it seems good manners are a thing of the past. It is refreshing to know I have information readily available to answer any etiquette questions I may have.
Vicky
joyakers@frontiernet.net
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