{"product_id":"9781977302250","title":"The Art of Civilized Conversation: A Guide to Expressing Yourself with Style and Grace","description":"\u003cb\u003eFor those intimidated by the complexity of personal interaction, or those simply looking to polish their speaking skills, \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Civilized Conversation\u003c\/i\u003e is a powerful guide to communicating in an endearing way.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn our fast-paced, electronic society, the most basic social interaction—talking face-to-face—can be a challenge for even the most educated and self-assured individuals. And yet making conversation is a highly practical skill: those who do it well shine at networking parties, interviews, and business lunches. Good conversation also opens doors to a happier love life, warmer friendships, and more rewarding time with family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Civilized Conversation\u003c\/i\u003e, author Margaret Shepherd offers opening lines, graceful apologies, thoughtful questions, and, ultimately, the confidence to take conversations beyond \u003ci\u003ehello\u003c\/i\u003e. From the basics—first impressions, appropriate subject matter, and graceful exits—to finding the right words for difficult situations and an insightful discussion of body language, Shepherd uses her skilled eye and humorous anecdotes to teach readers how to turn a plain conversation into an engaging encounter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Filled with common sense and fresh insight,\u003ci\u003e The Art of Civilized Conversation \u003c\/i\u003eis the perfect inspiration not only for what to say but for how to say it with style.","brand":"Tantor Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47034027081968,"sku":"9781977302250","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781977302250_p0.jpg?v=1763670623","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781977302250","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}