A true story of terrifying seas, double-dealing, and love across three oceans, taking the reader on a smuggling voyage from the Atlantic down the Red Sea to Kenya, to Thailand and back across the Indian Ocean to Spain and the Netherlands. Notwithstanding medical emergencies at sea, sharks, pirates, monsoon storms, and the Guardia Civil, backing off was not an option. As much a story told from the life of the author, it is the story of a young "Kenya Cowgirl", Arianna, who became his crew and lover, as re-told through her journal entries. It is a story still passed along in a hundred bars in faraway ports where seafarers drink and wait out stormy weather.

"The Book of Good Manners is a complete and authentic authority on every single phase of social usage as practiced in America. The author has compiled the matter in dictionary form in order to give the reader the desired information as briefly and clearly as possible, and with the least possible effort in searching through the pages.

The intimate guide to life as a Shaker in 19th century America "Never make more free with your inferiors than you are willing they should make with you; it learns them to be saucy." Such sage words of advice come from Mother Ann Lee's Society of the Shakers, who in 1844 published A Juvenile Guide, or Manual of Good Manners, Consisting of Counsels, Instructions, & Rules of Deportment for the Young. Known for their piety, their economy, and (perhaps most famously) their celibacy, the Shakers knew a thing or two about etiquette and proper decorum. With this incredible artifact of a bygone era, you can experience what it was like to live in a rural 19th century religious community, where children were taught to "be careful not to talk too loud, nor too much" and to "always have a place for every thing, and keep every thing in its place."

The Book of Good Manners; a Guide to Polite Usage for All Social Functions by Walter Cox Green: "The Book of Good Manners" by Walter Cox Green is a comprehensive guide to etiquette and social decorum. This book provides valuable insights into polite behavior and proper conduct for various social occasions, making it an essential resource for those seeking to navigate social functions with grace. Key Aspects of the Book "The Book of Good Manners; a Guide to Polite Usage for All Social Functions by Walter Cox Green": Social Etiquette: Green's book covers a wide range of topics related to social etiquette, including greetings, table manners, and conversational skills. Practical Guidance: The book offers practical advice and examples to help individuals navigate social situations with confidence and courtesy. Timeless Wisdom: "The Book of Good Manners" provides timeless wisdom on the importance of civility and respect in interpersonal interactions. Walter Cox Green authored this guide to good manners, reflecting the social norms and conventions of his time. His work serves as a historical reference for understanding etiquette in the past.

Lovingly written and illustrated, Guide to Good Manners provides families with an opportunity to learn about manners in a fun, engaging way. From table etiquette to proper behavior at school and with friends, Guide to Good Manners covers everything children need to know to become courteous and caring individuals. Guide to Good Manners includes: • Manners for home, school, and public places • Etiquette at the dinner table • Proper hygiene • Safety tips and safe street behavior • Online and computer etiquette

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Originally published in 1958, Teach Yourself Good Manners is a fascinating guide, packed full of both timeless advice and tips that demonstrate just how much life has changed in the 60 years since it published. Indeed, the author, W S Norman, would doubtless be horrified by modern manners and would implore us to study his rather uptight but very funny rules for modern living. Amusing, intriguing and sometimes rather inspiring, this handbook is a window into how life would have looked had we lived in a 'a simpler age' - in which, confusingly, they had rather a lot of strange rules. Since 1938, millions of people have learned to do the things they love with Teach Yourself. Welcome to the how-to guides that changed the modern world.