Is it really necessary to bring that bottle of wine to your friend's dinner party? Will your new neighbors really notice if you don't send a welcome gift? Does that mother really need to know that her tantrum-throwing child is bothering you? Completely revised and updated, The Everything® Etiquette Book, 2nd Edition, is your all-inclusive guide to dealing with these daily difficulties. Etiquette expert Leah Ingram helps you get a handle on when you're going overboard or not stepping up to the plate with proper protocol for every situation! The Everything® Etiquette Book, 2nd Edition, helps you:

• Master the art of gift-giving on holidays and small occasions
• Communicate problems politely but effectively
• Test your travel-smarts at home and abroad
• Maintain a professional image during business meetings and lunches
• Use your cell phone or PDA conveniently but unobtrusively
• School younger children on good behavior

Whether you're at home, in the office, out on the town, or on the road, The Everything® Etiquette Book, 2nd Edition, is packed with fresh advice to polish your social savvy and ease you through some of life's more awkward moments!

Leah Ingram is a certified etiquette and protocol consultant. Her articles have appeared in magazines such as Parade, Bridal Guide, and New York Magazine. Leah is a graduate of New York University with a degree in journalism.