Etiquette: The Blue Book of Social Usage

xii, 913 pp. Illustrated with photographs and facsimiles of social forms. The authoritative source for all things proper, completely rewritten and reset in 1945 to include military and post-war etiquette. Illustrated with photographs and facsimiles of social forms. "Dust jacket notes: "A complete guide to good manners and good taste for the entire family. Emily Post, the supreme authority, answers all your questions about the socially acceptable thing to do and how to do it - in any situation and on any occasion. All the vital events of living are covered - christenings, engagements, weddings and funerals. All the requisite rules of correct social conduct are there - whether you are preparing for your daughter's wedding, giving a party or attending a formal dinner. How to act and eat and what to wear - at college, at the office, while traveling - are but a few of the other subjects covered. In this recently revised edition Mrs. Post describes changing social usage usder modern conditions. There are new sections on the etiquette of smoking, of radio, the telephone, clothes for a cruise, the ethical problems of a confidential secretary as well as social requirements in business. Special attention is given to the problems of young people and families of moderate means.""