Pollard Memorial Library (Lowell)

50 things every young gentleman should know, what to do, when to do it, and why, John Bridges and Bryan Curtis

eng

illustrations

no index present

non fiction

50 things every young gentleman should know

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John Bridges and Bryan Curtis

Gentlemanners books

what to do, when to do it, and why

Introduction -- Saying please -- Saying thank you -- Saying excuse me -- Making an apology -- Accepting an apology -- Introducing your friends to your parents -- Saying ma'am and sir -- Asking permission -- Paying a compliment -- Accepting a compliment -- Knowing when to keep your mouth shut -- Listening to and talking to adults -- Shaking hands -- Meeting people with physical challenges -- Accepting a gift you don't like -- Accepting a gift you like -- Writing a thank-you note -- Selecting a gift -- Using the telephone -- Taking phone messages -- Using a cell phone -- Winning well -- Losing well -- How to act in places where you are bored -- How to behave in a movie theatre -- Traveling on an airplane -- Walking in front of other people -- Responding to invitations -- Using a napkin -- Using the correct fork -- Using a knife and fork -- Refusing foods you can't eat -- Dealing with foods you don't like -- Ordering from a menu -- How to use chopsticks -- Putting down the toilet seat -- Opening the door for other people -- Picking up after your pet -- A gentleman and his computer -- Borrowing and sharing -- The unzipped zipper and other embarrassing situations -- Boundaries : yours and theirs -- Taking pride in your appearance -- Tying your own tie -- Shining your shoes -- When to take off your cap -- Taking care of your fingernails -- Handkerchiefs and tissues -- Picking up after yourself -- Personal hygiene

Fifty things every young gentleman should know