02478cam a22003253u 4500 1446 UtSlPG 20260610133045.0 m cr n 260607r1998||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PN Stewart, Donald Ogden, 1894-1980 Perfect Behavior: A Guide for Ladies and Gentlemen in All Social Crises Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1998 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1998-09-01 The etiquette of courtship -- The etiquette of engagements and weddings -- The etiquette of travel -- At the concert and the opera -- Etiquette for dry agents -- A chapter for schoolgirls -- The etiquette of games and sports -- Correspondence and invitations -- The etiquette of dinners and balls. Produced by Charles Keller, and David Widger "Perfect Behavior: A Guide for Ladies and Gentlemen in All Social Crises" by Donald Ogden Stewart is a satirical guidebook on etiquette that likely dates back to the early 20th century. This work parodies the norms of polite society, offering humorous insights into the social interactions and customs of courtship, engagements, weddings, and everyday behavior. With a focus on the absurdities and intricacies of social expectations, it addresses the importance of manners and the often comical consequences of social faux pas. The opening of the book delves into the etiquette of courtship, presenting a playful perspective on a young gentleman named Richard Roe as he navigates the complex rules of social interactions when pursuing a refined young lady, Dorothy Doe. Stewart’s writing captures the whimsical nature of dating rituals, from correct introductions to the significance of flowers and their meanings in a budding romance. Through a series of exaggerated and humorous examples, the narrative sets the tone for a lighthearted exploration of social customs, suggesting that navigating these behaviors can often border on the ridiculous. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Etiquette -- Humor Barton, Ralph, 1891-1931 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1446 43562 43562