Millions of readers have turned to Emily Post as the definitive source on etiquette for generations. The 18th edition continues this legacy, featuring Anna Post, Lizzie Post, and Daniel Post Senning, the great-great-grandchildren of Emily Post, alongside Peggy Post, who authored the previous two editions. This team illustrates how modern manners blend kindness, confidence, and awareness. New trends and societal questions are addressed, such as when it’s appropriate to “unfriend” someone on Facebook, armrest etiquette on airplanes, and the obligations surrounding handshakes with sick clients. They also tackle social media etiquette at weddings, gift expectations for destination weddings, condolence notes via email, and whether to conceal tattoos for job interviews. Classic dilemmas are not overlooked, with guidance on names and titles, dress codes, invitations, table manners, workplace issues, and weddings. The Posts emphasize that while times change, the principles of good manners remain constant. Ultimately, manners reflect a sensitive awareness of others’ feelings, with consideration, respect, and honesty taking precedence over knowing which fork to use. Whether it’s a handshake or a fist bump, sincerity and good intentions are what truly matter.
