Etiquette by Emily Post
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"Etiquette" by Emily Post is a comprehensive guide on social conduct and manners written in the early 20th century. The book explores various aspects of etiquette in society, business, politics, and at home, aiming to promote a culture of respect and good taste. Post emphasizes that good etiquette is not merely about following rules but is rooted in ethics, consideration for others, and the cultivation of personal conduct. The opening of the
book introduces the philosophical underpinnings of etiquette, drawing connections between manners and morality. It argues against the perception that etiquette is an insignificant set of arbitrary rules, instead presenting it as an essential framework for civilized interactions. Through reflections on social behavior across different contexts, from the dining table to public engagements, Post presents etiquette as a vital aspect of human interaction, necessary for fostering respect and understanding in everyday life. This introduction sets the stage for the detailed guidance that follows on how to navigate social situations with grace and propriety. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Post, Emily, 1872-1960 |
|---|---|
| Title | Etiquette |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Etiquette_in_Society,_in_Business,_in_Politics,_and_at_Home |
| Credits |
Produced by Rick Niles, "Costello and Abbott" and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| Subject | Etiquette |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14314 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-14314-9 |
| Release Date | Dec 10, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 5726 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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