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The original classic; the best selling guide to proper manners and etiquette. People who ridicule etiquette as a mass of trivial and arbitrary conventions, "extremely troublesome to those who practice them and insupportable to everybody else," seem to forget the long, slow progress... Read Full Overview

Upon publication in 1922 her book, "Etiquette: In Society, In Business, In Politics and At Home," ascended to the top of the nonfiction bestseller list, and the phrase "according to Emily Post" soon entered our language as the final word on the subject of social conduct. From... Read Full Overview

Post was born Emily Price in Baltimore, Maryland, possibly in October 1872 the precise date is unknown. 2] a] Her father was the architect Bruce Price and her mother was Josephine (Lee) Price of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. After being educated at home in her... Read Full Overview

Emily post has been one of the most trusted names in etiquette for the last century.

Etiquette In Society, In Business, In Politics, And At Home is a comprehensive guide to the proper conduct and behavior in various social settings. Written by Emily Post and first published in 1922, the book covers a wide range of topics including introductions, dress codes,... Read Full Overview

Many who scoff at a book of etiquette would be shocked to hear the least expression of levity touching the Ten Commandments. But the Commandments do not always prevent such virtuous scoffers from dealings with their neighbor of which no gentleman could be capable and retain his... Read Full Overview