Debrett's New Guide to Etiquette & Modern Manners: The Indispensable Handbook

by John Morgan

The refinement of the past meets the pragmatism of the present in this sparkling portrayal of modern etiquette.
In an era where traditional norms are often sidelined, Debrett's New Guide to Etiquette and Modern Manners emerges as a beacon of hope, tactfully intertwining the timeless elegance of decorum with a modern twist to fit the intricacies of the twenty-first century.
From the simplicity of basic table manners to the sophisticated protocols required at high-profile diplomatic gatherings, the expertly curated advice is both practical and easy to implement.
Celebrating the charm, allure, and perpetual importance of traditional courtesy, this guide is more than a manual; it's an ode to the civility of a bygone era and a definitive guide on carrying forth its spirit into the contemporary world.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Self Help

392 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 12, 1996

About the author

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John Morgan was senior editorial contributor at Conde Nast, and was the Associate Editor of GQ (Europe). As one of the UK's best-known writers on style, he wrote the weekly "Morgan's Modern Manners" for the Saturday Times, and was a frequent broadcaster and commentator on matters of taste, correct form, and dress. John Morgan also wrote feature for The Tatler, The Financial Times, The Daily Telegraph, the Sunday Times, The Guardian, and several Conde Nast publications.

Reviews

[Karen]

An interesting glimpse into the 1996 version of advice for a segment of society that I unsurprisingly don't mingle in! Wittily written and frequently amusing. Bearing in mind that it was written in 1996 here is a quote about e-mail - "The essence of electronic mail is speed. There are over thirty million users of the Internet worldwide, any of whom can, if his or her address is known, be contacted at the touch of a button, though on crowded lines the message can take up to an hour to get through." I would quite like to read the most recent version to see what it is like.

[Cheryl]

I realize this was a serious minded book but I laughed out loud on many occasions while reading. And my poor girlfriends were getting calls while I read portions of the book to them between my hysterical giggles. I did learn many things and have put to use some tips. A good read.

[Binniedot]

It is 21 years old so I should have expected that it wouldn't be very useful.

[Rachel Stimson]

For me the definitive guide to etiquette, it's a classic and really has not been surpassed.

[Exlibris Cat]

The rulebooks of formal etiquette. On how to address dignitaries, seat guests, and hold a fork.

[Claire Brown]

A complete guide to social etiquette for every occasion, sometimes drawing a chuckle of laugher or laugh out loud hysterics at the practicality and history of Modern Manners.

Brilliant coffee table book to generate conversation and to assist in preparation of any life events!

[Jolie]

very useful thanks

[Tsankova Delyana]

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