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

by Lizzie Post, Daniel Post Senning

Overview

Completely revised and updated with a focus on civility and inclusion, the 19th edition of Emily Post’s Etiquette is the most trusted resource for navigating life’s every situation

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 Etiquette. 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.

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. Emily Post’s Etiquette incorporates an even broader spectrum of issues while still addressing the traditions that Americans appreciate, including:

• Weddings
• Invitations
• Loss, grieving, and condolences
• Entertaining at home and planning celebrations
• Table manners
• Greetings and introductions
• Social media and personal branding
• Political conversations
• Living with neighbors
• Digital networking and job seeking
• The workplace
• Sports, gaming, and recreation

Emily Post’s Etiquette 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.

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.

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 Awesome Etiquette and trains those interested in teaching Emily Post Etiquette.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780062439260
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	04/18/2017
Sold by:	HARPERCOLLINS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	736
Sales rank:	269,902
File size:	6 MB

About the Author

Lizzie Post is the great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post, and a co-author of Emily Post's Etiquette, 18th Edition. She is also the co-author of Great Get-Togethers and Emily Post's Wedding Etiquette, 6th Edition, and the author of How Do You Work This Life Thing? She has spoken across the country sharing etiquette advice about technology, finance, and lifestyle.

Daniel Post Senning is the great-great-grandson of Emily Post and a co-author of Emily Post's Etiquette, 18th Edition. He is also the author of Manners in a Digital World: Living Well Online. Dan conducts business etiquette seminars across the country and internationally.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments ix

A Note to Readers x

Etiquette Every Day

Part I Everyday Manners 3

Chapter 1 Guidelines for Living 5

Chapter 2 Essential Manners 8

Chapter 3 Common Courtesies 21

Chapter 4 The Art of Conversation 35

Chapter 5 Image and Attire 46

Chapter 6 Table Manners 56

Part II Out and About 77

Chapter 7 Living with Neighbors 79

Chapter 8 Around Town 91

Chapter 9 Dining Out 100

Chapter 10 Traveling Near and Far 119

Chapter 11 Sports and Recreation 136

Chapter 12 Attending Performance 155

Chapter 13 Tipping 165

Chapter 14 Volunteering 175

Chapter 15 Official Life 179

Part III Communication 195

Chapter 16 Notes and Letters 197

Chapter 17 Social Names and Titles 215

Chapter 18 Telephone Manners 221

Chapter 19 Personal Communication Devices 230

Chapter 20 Online Communication 237

Pan IV Social Life 247

Chapter 21 Hosts and Guests 249

Chapter 22 Houseguests 261

Chapter 23 Invitations and Announcements 271

Chapter 24 Entertaining at Home 292

Chapter 25 Formal Dinners and Parties 314

Chapter 26 Celebrations Through Life 320

Chapter 27 Ceremonies and Religious Services 334

Chapter 28 Giving and Receiving Gifts 349

Chapter 29 Dating 370

Chapter 30 Life Online 383

Life in the Workplace

Part V Getting the Job 393

Chapter 31 The job Search 395

Chapter 32 The Job Interview 403

Part VI On the Job 409

Chapter 33 At the Office 411

Chapter 34 Workplace Relationships 428

Chapter 35 The Social Side of Business 442

Life Stages and Special Times

Part VII Home and Family Life 455

Chapter 36 Today's Home and Family 457

Chapter 37 Pregnancy, Birth, and Adoption 473

Chapter 38 Children and Teens 478

Chapter 39 Living with Others 490

Chapter 40 People Who Work in Your Home 500

Chapter 41 Separation and Divorce 511

Chapter 42 Elder Etiquette 520

Chapter 43 Illness 531

Chapter 44 Loss, Grieving, and Condolences 539

Part VIII Weddings 557

Chapter 45 The Engagement 559

Chapter 46 Trends and Traditions 567

Chapter 47 Planning Your Wedding 572

Chapter 48 Wedding Invitations and Announcements 597

Chapter 49 Wedding Attire 613

Chapter 50 Wedding Registries, Gifts, and Thank-yous 624

Chapter 51 The Big Day 634

Chapter 52 Remarriage 654

Chapter 53 A Guide for Wedding Guests 662

Resources

Names and Titles 676

Official Forms of Address 678

Dressing for the Occasion 683

Sample Invitations and Announcements 685

Guide to Food and Drink 686

Wedding Budget Planning Chart 696

Wedding Budget Categories for Attendants 698

Index 699