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Eleanor Roosevelt's Book of Common Sense Etiquette
by Eleanor Roosevelt • 1962
Forget the forks; real etiquette is a habit of kindness. Here is how to make it yours.
3.97
62
Eleanor Roosevelt's Book of Common Sense Etiquette Summary
Eleanor Roosevelt's Book of Common Sense Etiquette 91%
Forget the forks; real etiquette is a habit of kindness. Here is how to make it yours.
by Eleanor Roosevelt 1962
3.97
62 ratings
Etiquette For Dummies
by Sue Fox • 1999
Forget the rulebook. Real etiquette is the art of putting others at ease, wherever you are.
3.72
155
Etiquette For Dummies Summary
Etiquette For Dummies 91%
Forget the rulebook. Real etiquette is the art of putting others at ease, wherever you are.
by Sue Fox 1999
3.72
155 ratings
Emily Post's Etiquette
by Lizzie Post • 1922
From group chat chaos to white-tablecloth dinners: the classic manners guide for modern life.
4.15
3k+
Emily Post's Etiquette Summary
Emily Post's Etiquette 90%
From group chat chaos to white-tablecloth dinners: the classic manners guide for modern life.
by Lizzie Post 1922
4.15
3k+ ratings
How to Be a Gentleman
by John Bridges • 1998
The modern gentleman's guide: dress, dining, and the one rule that replaces forty others.
3.74
2k+
How to Be a Gentleman Summary
How to Be a Gentleman 90%
The modern gentleman's guide: dress, dining, and the one rule that replaces forty others.
by John Bridges 1998
3.74
2k+ ratings
Emily Post's Etiquette, The Centennial Edition
by Lizzie Post • 2022
Forget the forks. The updated guide to navigating funerals, group chats, and your father-in-law.
4.26
187
Emily Post's Etiquette, The Centennial Edition Summary
Emily Post's Etiquette, The Centennial Edition 90%
Forget the forks. The updated guide to navigating funerals, group chats, and your father-in-law.
by Lizzie Post 2022
4.26
187 ratings
Everyday Etiquette
by Patricia Rossi • 2011
From handshake to condolence call, the social rules most people miss across 101 everyday moments.
3.54
119
Everyday Etiquette Summary
Everyday Etiquette 89%
From handshake to condolence call, the social rules most people miss across 101 everyday moments.
by Patricia Rossi 2011
3.54
119 ratings
365 Manners Kids Should Know
by Sheryl Eberly • 2001
365 daily lessons that turn table manners and thank-you notes into automatic lifelong courtesy.
3.77
285
365 Manners Kids Should Know Summary
365 Manners Kids Should Know 89%
365 daily lessons that turn table manners and thank-you notes into automatic lifelong courtesy.
by Sheryl Eberly 2001
3.77
285 ratings
Connoisseur Kids
by Jennifer L. Scott • 2019
Turn daily routines into a training ground for politeness, poise, and genuine thoughtfulness.
4.13
256
Connoisseur Kids Summary
Connoisseur Kids 88%
Turn daily routines into a training ground for politeness, poise, and genuine thoughtfulness.
by Jennifer L. Scott 2019
4.13
256 ratings
Etiquette Guide to Japan
by Boyé Lafayette De Mente • 1990
Master the customs of bowing, dining, and business to navigate Japan without a cultural stumble.
3.76
782
Etiquette Guide to Japan Summary
Etiquette Guide to Japan 88%
Master the customs of bowing, dining, and business to navigate Japan without a cultural stumble.
by Boyé Lafayette De Mente 1990
3.76
782 ratings
The Etiquette Advantage in Business
by Peter Post • 2014
Competence gets you hired. Dining skills, email habits, and small talk get you promoted.
3.73
89
The Etiquette Advantage in Business Summary
The Etiquette Advantage in Business 88%
Competence gets you hired. Dining skills, email habits, and small talk get you promoted.
by Peter Post 2014
3.73
89 ratings
How Rude!
by Alex J. Packer • 1997
Manners your parents forgot to teach you, and a few they never knew.
4.15
240
How Rude! Summary
How Rude! 88%
Manners your parents forgot to teach you, and a few they never knew.
by Alex J. Packer 1997
4.15
240 ratings
Everything About Corporate Etiquette
by Vivek Bindra • 2017
The unspoken rules of conduct that decide promotions, from your handshake to your inbox.
4.49
43
Everything About Corporate Etiquette Summary
Everything About Corporate Etiquette 87%
The unspoken rules of conduct that decide promotions, from your handshake to your inbox.
by Vivek Bindra 2017
4.49
43 ratings
The Lost Art of True Beauty
by Leslie Ludy • 2010
True beauty doesn't start with a mirror. Scripture's pattern: self-forgetfulness, not self-esteem.
4.13
529
The Lost Art of True Beauty Summary
The Lost Art of True Beauty 87%
True beauty doesn't start with a mirror. Scripture's pattern: self-forgetfulness, not self-esteem.
by Leslie Ludy 2010
4.13
529 ratings
The Art of Manliness
by Brett McKay • 2009
The skills, manners, and virtues your grandfather knew that modern life stopped teaching.
3.90
3k+
The Art of Manliness Summary
The Art of Manliness 87%
The skills, manners, and virtues your grandfather knew that modern life stopped teaching.
by Brett McKay 2009
3.90
3k+ ratings
All the Rules
by Ellen Fein • 2007
The original playbook for making him chase: 35 rules that turn feminine reserve into a commitment.
3.49
3k+
All the Rules Summary
All the Rules 87%
The original playbook for making him chase: 35 rules that turn feminine reserve into a commitment.
by Ellen Fein 2007
3.49
3k+ ratings
Watching the English
by Kate Fox • 2004
The English have a secret code for weather, queues, and pubs. An anthropologist cracks it.
3.91
11k+
Watching the English Summary
Watching the English 87%
The English have a secret code for weather, queues, and pubs. An anthropologist cracks it.
by Kate Fox 2004
3.91
11k+ ratings
The Civilizing Process
by Norbert Elias • 2000
Table manners aren't trivial: they mark a centuries-old shift from violence to inner self-restraint.
4.25
1k+
The Civilizing Process Summary
The Civilizing Process 86%
Table manners aren't trivial: they mark a centuries-old shift from violence to inner self-restraint.
by Norbert Elias 2000
4.25
1k+ ratings
Fascinating Womanhood
by Helen B. Andelin • 1963
Why your husband needs your admiration more than your love, and what to do about it.
3.65
2k+
Fascinating Womanhood Summary
Fascinating Womanhood 86%
Why your husband needs your admiration more than your love, and what to do about it.
by Helen B. Andelin 1963
3.65
2k+ ratings
Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic
by Jennifer L. Scott • 2015
Poise can be learned. The French method for dressing, moving, and speaking with effortless elegance.
3.83
3k+
Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic Summary
Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic 86%
Poise can be learned. The French method for dressing, moving, and speaking with effortless elegance.
by Jennifer L. Scott 2015
3.83
3k+ ratings
The Art of Civilized Conversation
by Margaret Shepherd • 2005
Conversation is a craft anyone can learn: a guide to small talk, listening, and disagreeing well.
3.59
634
The Art of Civilized Conversation Summary
The Art of Civilized Conversation 86%
Conversation is a craft anyone can learn: a guide to small talk, listening, and disagreeing well.
by Margaret Shepherd 2005
3.59
634 ratings
菊與刀
by Ruth Benedict • 1946
A hidden ledger of obligation explains why Japan is warrior and aesthete, rigid yet adaptable.
3.85
4k+
菊與刀 Summary
菊與刀 86%
A hidden ledger of obligation explains why Japan is warrior and aesthete, rigid yet adaptable.
by Ruth Benedict 1946
3.85
4k+ ratings
The Analects
by Confucius
Moral example, not law: the ancient guide to building the gravity of a true leader.
3.80
24k+
The Analects Summary
The Analects 86%
Moral example, not law: the ancient guide to building the gravity of a true leader.
by Confucius
3.80
24k+ ratings
Men and Style
by David Coggins • 2016
Fashion chases the new; style lives in the worn-in, the inherited, the second whiskey.
3.63
221
Men and Style Summary
Men and Style 86%
Fashion chases the new; style lives in the worn-in, the inherited, the second whiskey.
by David Coggins 2016
3.63
221 ratings
The Essential 55
by Ron Clark • 2003
How 55 non-negotiable rules build character, empathy, and a classroom culture of excellence.
3.92
6k+
The Essential 55 Summary
The Essential 55 86%
How 55 non-negotiable rules build character, empathy, and a classroom culture of excellence.
by Ron Clark 2003
3.92
6k+ ratings
The Book of the Courtier
by Baldassare Castiglione • 1528
The Renaissance guide to making everything look effortless, and why that wins the prince's ear.
3.62
3k+
The Book of the Courtier Summary
The Book of the Courtier 86%
The Renaissance guide to making everything look effortless, and why that wins the prince's ear.
by Baldassare Castiglione 1528
3.62
3k+ ratings
The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands
by Laura Schlessinger • 2003
Men want respect and physical intimacy more than conversation. Here is how to give both.
3.72
19k+
The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands Summary
The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands 86%
Men want respect and physical intimacy more than conversation. Here is how to give both.
by Laura Schlessinger 2003
3.72
19k+ ratings
The Japanese Mind
by Roger J. Davies • 2002
Japan runs on unwritten rules. Twelve everyday concepts reveal the logic beneath the surface.
3.72
2k+
The Japanese Mind Summary
The Japanese Mind 86%
Japan runs on unwritten rules. Twelve everyday concepts reveal the logic beneath the surface.
by Roger J. Davies 2002
3.72
2k+ ratings
Russia - Culture Smart!
by Anna King • 2007
Why personal trust outweighs contracts in Russia, and how a toast seals the deal.
3.81
135
Russia - Culture Smart! Summary
Russia - Culture Smart! 86%
Why personal trust outweighs contracts in Russia, and how a toast seals the deal.
by Anna King 2007
3.81
135 ratings
Gracious
by Kelly Williams Brown • 2017
Charm can be learned. Tact can be practiced. Both begin with how you treat yourself.
3.64
601
Gracious Summary
Gracious 86%
Charm can be learned. Tact can be practiced. Both begin with how you treat yourself.
by Kelly Williams Brown 2017
3.64
601 ratings
Mingling with the Enemy
by Jeanne Martinet • 2020
The conversational prep, pivots, and exits for surviving our politically divided social world.
3.70
44
Mingling with the Enemy Summary
Mingling with the Enemy 86%
The conversational prep, pivots, and exits for surviving our politically divided social world.
by Jeanne Martinet 2020
3.70
44 ratings
Business Etiquette
by Shital Kakkar Mehra • 2011
From boardroom to banquet: how the unspoken rules of business get Indian professionals ahead.
3.83
72
Business Etiquette Summary
Business Etiquette 86%
From boardroom to banquet: how the unspoken rules of business get Indian professionals ahead.
by Shital Kakkar Mehra 2011
3.83
72 ratings
Mind Your Manners
by Sara Jane Ho • 2024
Etiquette for life: read any room, handle any conflict, and build the connections that matter.
3.80
369
Mind Your Manners Summary
Mind Your Manners 86%
Etiquette for life: read any room, handle any conflict, and build the connections that matter.
by Sara Jane Ho 2024
3.80
369 ratings
In Praise of Prejudice
by Theodore Dalrymple • 2007
The war on prejudice backfires: it returns as conformity, atomization, and state control.
4.04
521
In Praise of Prejudice Summary
In Praise of Prejudice 86%
The war on prejudice backfires: it returns as conformity, atomization, and state control.
by Theodore Dalrymple 2007
4.04
521 ratings
I Stand Corrected
by Eden Collinsworth • 2014
When a Western etiquette expert tried to teach China about manners, China politely corrected her.
3.20
188
I Stand Corrected Summary
I Stand Corrected 86%
When a Western etiquette expert tried to teach China about manners, China politely corrected her.
by Eden Collinsworth 2014
3.20
188 ratings
The Way to Happiness
by L. Ron Hubbard • 1989
Personal integrity and the golden rule: L. Ron Hubbard's practical moral code for a life that works.
3.76
535
The Way to Happiness Summary
The Way to Happiness 86%
Personal integrity and the golden rule: L. Ron Hubbard's practical moral code for a life that works.
by L. Ron Hubbard 1989
3.76
535 ratings
Semicolon
by Cecelia Watson • 2019
How a semicolon started a grammar war: the rules we invented, the people they hurt.
3.68
2k+
Semicolon Summary
Semicolon 86%
How a semicolon started a grammar war: the rules we invented, the people they hurt.
by Cecelia Watson 2019
3.68
2k+ ratings
Treating People Well
by Lea Berman • 2018
Two rival-party White House social secretaries agree on twelve civility skills that actually work.
3.72
1k+
Treating People Well Summary
Treating People Well 86%
Two rival-party White House social secretaries agree on twelve civility skills that actually work.
by Lea Berman 2018
3.72
1k+ ratings
The Bonjour Effect
by Julie Barlow • 2016
Knowing the language isn't enough. The real test is the invisible rules behind every greeting.
3.90
2k+
The Bonjour Effect Summary
The Bonjour Effect 86%
Knowing the language isn't enough. The real test is the invisible rules behind every greeting.
by Julie Barlow 2016
3.90
2k+ ratings
Man of Steel and Velvet
by Aubrey Andelin • 1972
The blueprint for leading a family with both unyielding strength and tender compassion.
4.07
196
Man of Steel and Velvet Summary
Man of Steel and Velvet 85%
The blueprint for leading a family with both unyielding strength and tender compassion.
by Aubrey Andelin 1972
4.07
196 ratings
The Total Woman
by Marabel Morgan • 1973
Revive a cold marriage by becoming the wife he can't wait to come home to.
3.01
326
The Total Woman Summary
The Total Woman 85%
Revive a cold marriage by becoming the wife he can't wait to come home to.
by Marabel Morgan 1973
3.01
326 ratings
You Become What You think
by Shubham Kumar Singh • 2023
Becoming the woman a serious man commits to: the ten skills beyond beauty and chemistry.
4.01
958
You Become What You think Summary
You Become What You think 85%
Becoming the woman a serious man commits to: the ten skills beyond beauty and chemistry.
by Shubham Kumar Singh 2023
4.01
958 ratings
I'm Judging You
by Luvvie Ajayi • 2016
Common sense is dead. A manual for navigating a world of selfish friends and clout chasers.
3.69
14k+
I'm Judging You Summary
I'm Judging You 85%
Common sense is dead. A manual for navigating a world of selfish friends and clout chasers.
by Luvvie Ajayi 2016
3.69
14k+ ratings
Words That Hurt, Words That Heal
by Joseph Telushkin • 1996
Break the cycle of gossip, anger, and shaming with ancient wisdom on the power of speech.
4.36
568
Words That Hurt, Words That Heal Summary
Words That Hurt, Words That Heal 85%
Break the cycle of gossip, anger, and shaming with ancient wisdom on the power of speech.
by Joseph Telushkin 1996
4.36
568 ratings
Get To The Top
by Suhel Seth • 2011
Ten rules that swap schmoozing for genuine relationships built on character, curiosity, and loyalty.
3.33
346
Get To The Top Summary
Get To The Top 85%
Ten rules that swap schmoozing for genuine relationships built on character, curiosity, and loyalty.
by Suhel Seth 2011
3.33
346 ratings
Essential Confucius
by Confucius • 1992
The 2,500-year-old blueprint for building a just society, starting with the self.
3.80
262
Essential Confucius Summary
Essential Confucius 85%
The 2,500-year-old blueprint for building a just society, starting with the self.
by Confucius 1992
3.80
262 ratings
The Little Dictionary of Fashion
by Christian Dior • 1954
Fashion is the enemy of style. A couture master's principles for dressing yourself instead.
4.01
1k+
The Little Dictionary of Fashion Summary
The Little Dictionary of Fashion 85%
Fashion is the enemy of style. A couture master's principles for dressing yourself instead.
by Christian Dior 1954
4.01
1k+ ratings
One Nation Under Therapy
by Christina Hoff Sommers • 2005
Therapy culture taught Americans to be fragile. Resilience and moral clarity are the antidote.
3.60
376
One Nation Under Therapy Summary
One Nation Under Therapy 85%
Therapy culture taught Americans to be fragile. Resilience and moral clarity are the antidote.
by Christina Hoff Sommers 2005
3.60
376 ratings
The Intelligent Conversationalist
by Imogen Lloyd Webber • 2016
Opinions matter more than expertise. A crash course on having something to say about everything.
3.05
451
The Intelligent Conversationalist Summary
The Intelligent Conversationalist 85%
Opinions matter more than expertise. A crash course on having something to say about everything.
by Imogen Lloyd Webber 2016
3.05
451 ratings
The Fall of Public Man
by Richard Sennett • 1977
Public life once ran on masks, not sincerity. We tore them off and strangers became threats.
4.16
620
The Fall of Public Man Summary
The Fall of Public Man 85%
Public life once ran on masks, not sincerity. We tore them off and strangers became threats.
by Richard Sennett 1977
4.16
620 ratings
Confucianism
by Daniel K. Gardner • 2014
No god, no police: how one moral philosophy held Chinese society together for two thousand years.
3.98
372
Confucianism Summary
Confucianism 85%
No god, no police: how one moral philosophy held Chinese society together for two thousand years.
by Daniel K. Gardner 2014
3.98
372 ratings
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