“A young lady is a female child who has just done something dreadful.”
Quote by Judith Martin
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Miss Manners' Guide to Excruciatingly Correct Behavior
This book serves as a detailed reference for understanding and practicing proper etiquette in various social contexts, offering advice on everything from dining etiquette to gift-giving and communication. more
Author
Judith Martin
Judith Martin, known by her pen name Miss Manners, is an American journalist and columnist renowned for her insights into etiquette and social norms. Born on September 13, 1938, she has been writing a etiquette column for The New York Times since 1962, remaining a prominent figure in the public eye to this day. more
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