Emily Post's Etiquette, 19th Edition: Manners for Today

Emily Post's Etiquette, 19th Edition: Manners for Today

<p>Completely revised and updated with a focus on civility and inclusion, the 19th edition of <em>Emily Post’s Etiquette</em> is the most trusted resource for navigating life’s every situation</p><p>From social networking to social graces, Emily Post is the definitive source on etiquette for generations of Americans. That tradition continues with the fully revised and updated 19th edition of <em>Etiquette</em>. Authored by etiquette experts Lizzie Post and Daniel Post Senning—Emily Post’s great-great grandchildren—this edition tackles classic etiquette and manners advice with an eye toward diversity and the contemporary sensibility that etiquette is defined by consideration, respect, and honesty.</p><p>As our personal and professional networks grow, our lives become more intertwined. This 19th edition offers insight and wisdom with a fresh approach that directly reflects today’s social landscape. <em>Emily Post’s Etiquette </em>incorporates an even broader spectrum of issues while still addressing the traditions that Americans appreciate, including: </p><ul><li>Weddings</li><li>Invitations</li><li>Loss, grieving, and condolences</li><li>Entertaining at home and planning celebrations</li><li>Table manners</li><li>Greetings and introductions</li><li>Social media and personal branding</li><li>Political conversations</li><li>Living with neighbors</li><li>Digital networking and job seeking</li><li>The workplace</li><li>Sports, gaming, and recreation</li></ul><p><em>Emily Post’s Etiquette</em> also includes advice on names and titles—including Mx.—dress codes, invitations and gift-giving, thank-you notes and common courtesies, tipping and dining out, dating, and life milestones. It is the ultimate guide for anyone concerned with civility, inclusion, and kindness. </p><p>Though times change, the principles of good etiquette remain the same. Above all, manners are a sensitive awareness of the needs of others—sincerity and good intentions always matter more than knowing which fork to use.</p>The Emily Post Institute, Inc., is one of America’s most unique family businesses. In addition to authoring books, the Institute provides business etiquette seminars and e-learning courses worldwide, hosts the weekly Q&A podcast <em>Awesome Etiquette</em> and trains those interested in teaching Emily Post Etiquette.