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Emily Post, Etiquette

First published in 1922, Emily Post's Etiquette was a milestone in American manners. Now in its 18th Edition, subtitled "Manners for a New World," Emily's descendants venture into territory of which Ms. Post could never have dreamed. Indeed, the advent of social networking in the seven years since the 17th edition (let alone the first edition) brings a wealth of new conundrums to the table: How do you unfriend someone on Facebook? Is it gauche for the bride and groom (or groom and groom, or bride and bride) to tweet at their own wedding? Oh, how things change! But as much (and as quickly) as they do, one thing remains the same: in the words of Peggy Post, one of the books contributors, “Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what fork you use.” Emily Post's Etiquette, 18th Edition, by Peggy Post, Anna Post, Lizzie Post, Daniel Post Senning. William Morrow Publishing, 2011. [Photo via]