{"product_id":"9780061740237","title":"Emily Post's Etiquette, 18th Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eMillions of Readers, Eighteen Editions, One Trusted Resource\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom social networking to social graces, the name Emily Post has been the definitive source on etiquette for generations of Americans. That tradition continues with the 18th edition of \u003cem\u003eEtiquette\u003c\/em\u003e, which welcomes a new generation of Posts—Anna Post, Lizzie Post, and Daniel Post Senning—the great-great grandchildren of Emily Post. Led by Peggy Post, author of the 16th and 17th editions of \u003cem\u003eEtiquette\u003c\/em\u003e, this team shows how twenty-first-century manners are a combination of kindness, confidence, and awareness. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew trends, topics, and societal hot zones include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen is it okay to “unfriend” someone on Facebook?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf I’m in a middle seat on an airplane, do I automatically get both armrests?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA business client is sick with a cold—am I obligated to shake his hand?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs it rude for guests to tweet from a wedding?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo I have to buy a gift if I attend a destination wedding?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan I email a condolence note?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould I cover up my tattoo for a job interview? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Posts don’t stint on classic conundrums, either. \u003cem\u003eEmily Post’s Etiquette\u003c\/em\u003e includes advice on names and titles, dress codes, invitations, table manners, workplace frustrations, and weddings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to the Posts, though times have changed, the principles of good manners remain constant. Above all, manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. Being considerate, respectful, and honest is more important than knowing which fork to use. Whether it’s a handshake or a fist bump, it’s the underlying sincerity and good intentions of the action that matter most. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47015727005936,"sku":"9780061740237","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780061740237_p0.jpg?v=1763622920","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780061740237","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}