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The Book of Etiquette

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"The Book of Etiquette" by Michael Macfarlane offers a comprehensive, insightful, and practical guide to navigating the complex world of modern social manners and customs. Far from just a list of rigid rules, this book provides an engaging look into the historical reasons behind common faux pas, while also highlighting how etiquette norms dramatically differ from one culture to another. The guide comprehensively covers every major social environment: from traditional formal dinners, table manners, and intimate gatherings, to milestone life events such as weddings, baby showers, and funerals. Crucially, Macfarlane bridges traditional courtesy with the digital age, offering clear protocols for modern tech etiquette—including the proper use of cell phones, emails, and internet communication. Whether you are learning how to handle business networking, understanding tipping guidelines, or trying to avoid social awkwardness, this manual serves as an indispensable tool for building social confidence and mutual respect in daily life.

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395 MAC b

Elementary School Library

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Call Number

395 MAC b

Publisher

New York, United States : Sterling Publishing Co., Inc.., 2004

Collation

192 p. : ill. ; 17 cm.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

1402713037

Classification

395

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Subject(s)

Manners and customs
Etiquette
Interpersonal relations
Social norms
Business etiquette

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