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“Never think, because you cannot write a letter easily, that it is better not to write at all. The most awkward note imaginable is better than none.”

Quote by Emily Post

Book:Etiquette: The Blue Book of Social Usage

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Etiquette: The Blue Book of Social Usage

This book serves as a detailed reference for understanding and practicing etiquette in everyday life, covering topics such as dining, dress, and communication in both formal and informal settings. more

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Emily Post, an American author, was born on October 27, 1872, and passed away on September 25, 1960. She is renowned for her etiquette books, particularly 'Emily Post's Etiquette', which has been the authoritative guide in the field of etiquette since its first publication in 1922. more

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