How to be a gentleman
by Bridges, John · first published 1998
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In a world of cellular phones, express lanes, business lunches, and political correctness, being a gentleman seems to be more and more complicated. Gentlemanly behavior, says John Bridges, is not about dos and don'ts, but about common sense and courtesy. A gentleman does not use his cellular phone during a concert, nor does he borrow more money than he can afford to pay back. He always puts the toilet seat down. He asks for directions when he is lost, and he knows how to order a bottle of wine. How to Be a Gentleman is a book for men that combines Emily Post and Miss Manners without being snob
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Check this book out (How to Be a Gentleman): http://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Gentleman-Contemporary-Courtesy... I got a copy around the time I started college, and it's really quite invaluable.
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