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Summary: Worth the price.
Review: This book teaches you all the things that your parents didn't. I can't wait for the sequel.
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Summary: A child's book
Review: This book was misrepresented by Amazon as a book on how to be a gentleman, yet it simply a book full of short verses, but instead of reading sayings from the Bible saying Thou shall not, it reads as though an irritating Grandmother is scolding a teenager. I broke the book open at random to give two examples of the nonsense, "A gentleman always shares his umbrella" and "In warm weather a gentleman always wears an undershirt". I think most men, at least I did, buy a book like this to get the latest in style, how to handle ackward conversations, how to work a crowd, the proper behavior when attending funerals, weddings, etc.. My copy of this book is going into the trash, because a gentlemen wouldn't insult his friends by giving it to them.
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Summary: Etiquette for the Educated Man
Review: This easy to read book makes manners a matter of preference. The educated man can make a decision to accept the authors guideline or not. I personally do not have much occasion to entertain large parties in my home - so I feel no need to have every piece of silverware known to man, but if I needed to help host a large party, I would be prepared. I like the chapter breakdown and the way subjects intertwine, allowing for fast referencing should the need occur. I consider myself a man pretty in tune with etiquette but this was a good shot in the arm. This book is great for those who might not know the basics or for one who might be very well mannered. This Christmas all my Brothers-in-Law and nephews are getting this book plus a stack of Thank you notes.
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Summary: Common sense...
Review: This is a very small book filled with lots of what the average person would call "common sense."
There is nothing here that the average person does not know. I feel that this book could only be of use to the most boorish slobs out there. But of course they would'nt read it anyways.
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Summary: A handy guide for the contemporary gentleman
Review: This is the sort of book interesting only to those people serious about self-perfection. The book offers easy and handy tips for how to behave as a gentleman -- and far from the typical GQ/Maxim/Men's Health ideal of manhood, this book aims to help the reader achieve refinement and dignity. "A gentleman," as the author puts it, "is someone who makes others feel comfortable." "His goal is to make life easier, not just for himself but for his friends, his acquaintances, and the world at large." Nothing in here about how to flatten your abs in three weeks, succumb to the latest fashion trend or technological fad, or get 'her' into bed. But neither is this book simply moralistic. Rather than ethics, it is concerned with manners and maintaining a decent, honest, and caring public persona. I think it's unfortunate statement on our contemporary society that such a book needs to be read; but it is encouraging that people may read it.
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Summary: A handy guide for the contemporary gentleman
Review: This is the sort of book interesting only to those people serious about self-perfection. The book offers easy and handy tips for how to behave as a gentleman -- and far from the typical GQ/Maxim/Men's Health ideal of manhood, this book aims to help the reader achieve refinement and dignity. "A gentleman," as the author puts it, "is someone who makes others feel comfortable." "His goal is to make life easier, not just for himself but for his friends, his acquaintances, and the world at large." Nothing in here about how to flatten your abs in three weeks, succumb to the latest fashion trend or technological fad, or get 'her' into bed. But neither is this book simply moralistic. Rather than ethics, it is concerned with manners and maintaining a decent, honest, and caring public persona. I think it's unfortunate statement on our contemporary society that such a book needs to be read; but it is encouraging that people may read it.
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Summary: Practical, Succinct Advice
Review: What it means to be a "gentlemen" is always a matter of opinion. But John Bridges offers us a well-balanced path, addressing most areas of life in a brief 150 page book filled with brief statements, such as, "A gentlemen never tells jokes that may embarass other people, even if those other people are not in the room." The entire book is made up of similar directive sayings (no paragraphs), which is fine with me. It gets the authors points across quickly and clearly. The chapter titles include, A Gentlemen Experiences Real Life, A Gentlemen Gets Dressed, A Gentlemen Goes to Dinner, A Gentlemen Says the Right Thing, A Gentlemen Gives A Party, A Gentlemen Goes to A Party, A Gentlemen and His Friends, A Gentlemen Goes to the Office, A Gentlmen Gets Equipped, and Extreme Etiquette: A Gentlemen Faces the Really Big Challenges. I was very satsified with this book and highly recommend it.
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Summary: Practical, Succinct Advice
Review: What it means to be a "gentlemen" is always a matter of opinion. But John Bridges offers us a well-balanced path, addressing most areas of life in a brief 150 page book filled with brief statements, such as, "A gentlemen never tells jokes that may embarass other people, even if those other people are not in the room." The entire book is made up of similar directive sayings (no paragraphs), which is fine with me. It gets the authors points across quickly and clearly. The chapter titles include, A Gentlemen Experiences Real Life, A Gentlemen Gets Dressed, A Gentlemen Goes to Dinner, A Gentlemen Says the Right Thing, A Gentlemen Gives A Party, A Gentlemen Goes to A Party, A Gentlemen and His Friends, A Gentlemen Goes to the Office, A Gentlmen Gets Equipped, and Extreme Etiquette: A Gentlemen Faces the Really Big Challenges. I was very satsified with this book and highly recommend it.
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Summary: Practical, Succinct Advice
Review: What it means to be a "gentlemen" is always a matter of opinion. But John Bridges offers us a well-balanced path, addressing most areas of life in a brief 150 page book filled with brief statements, such as, "A gentlemen never tells jokes that may embarass other people, even if those other people are not in the room." The entire book is made up of similar directive sayings (no paragraphs), which is fine with me. It gets the authors points across quickly and clearly. The chapter titles include, A Gentlemen Experiences Real Life, A Gentlemen Gets Dressed, A Gentlemen Goes to Dinner, A Gentlemen Says the Right Thing, A Gentlemen Gives A Party, A Gentlemen Goes to A Party, A Gentlemen and His Friends, A Gentlemen Goes to the Office, A Gentlmen Gets Equipped, and Extreme Etiquette: A Gentlemen Faces the Really Big Challenges. I was very satsified with this book and highly recommend it.
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Summary: ETIQUETTE , LIKE PERSONAL SERVICE, IS OFTEN HARD TO FIND
Review: Years ago, in our grandparents days, etiquette was a basic life skill one learned, as important as learning to read and write. In today's society, we seem to be leaning away from proper etiquette skills, just as we have more automation and less personal customer service. ...Unfortunately, an enormous ever-growing number of people are not accustomed to fine dining or proper etiquette simply because they have never been exposed to either. As a business management person, and a women, a key characteristic that most impresses me, in addition to the ability to do the job, is etiquette and style. The same holds true for a both men and women; however, this particular book is geared towards male etiquette. It is an excellent resource book and one every man who wants to improve his image should have on his library shelf. You never know when you might need it. Even though the book is aimed at the male population, the book would also benefit women as well. For example, the rules of etiquette have changed over the years in recognizing gender equality so it is now socially acceptable for "the first person to arrive at the door to open it, regardless of gender." However, equality or not, many women still appreciate being treated as "ladies" and respect a man who does this for them. Unless, of course, you are such a die-hard feminist to the core that you have absolutely zero respect for men, in which case I would not blame a gentleman for letting the door slam flat against your nose if you emphatically grab the door first, just to make a point, as he graciously reaches to hold it open for you! For men who would like to polish their etiquette skills, especially businessmen - I highly recommend this great little book. It is well written and the author obviously has class and style. Your future success could depend on how you conduct yourself in both your personal and business life. The only reason the book received a four star rating, rather than a five, was due not to the content, but the length of the book - it was far too short. There is a lot more useful information that could have been included to make the book complete.
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