Town & Country's Social Graces: Words of Wisdom on Civility in a Changing Society Book

“Will enrich your spirit while providing a few gentle laughs and thought provoking insights.”—Houston Chronicle. “Fifty-four esssays by some of the sharpest social observers around address everything from modern technologies to guilt-free apologies.”—Gifts and Decorative Accessories.

Publishers Weekly

Civility is "under assault," says Town & Country editor-in-chief Pamela Fiori, and in a collection of the magazine's columns, Town & Country Social Graces: Words of Wisdom on Civility in a Changing Society, she and 46 other writers share their views on manners. Cokie Roberts and Steven V. Roberts tell how consideration for each other, such as using a tiny book light so as not to keep the other one awake, has kept their marriage strong. Anne Bernays speaks about grandparent-grandchild relations, and Wendy Wasserstein explains her point of view on proper theatergoing behavior. This compact book, edited by Jim Brosseau, lacks only author biographies. (Aug.) Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.