How to Be a Perfect Stranger: A Guide to Etiquette in Other People's Religious Ceremonies - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1893361020 ISBN 13: 9781893361027

Publisher: Skylight Paths Pub, 1999

Synopsis

Helps the guest of any other faith to feel comfortable, participate to the fullest extent possible, and avoid violating anyone's religious principles

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Reviews

When the first editions of these two uniquely valuable volumes were published in hardcover in 1996 and 1997, respectively, they were enthusiastically receivedAVolume 1 won the Benjamin Franklin Award for best reference book of 1996. Covering the basic history and beliefs of every major and minor religion in the United States, including primary religious texts, religious services, special services (such as weddings and funerals), and observed holidays, the volumes provided detailed information for the "stranger" on practical topics such as where to sit, how to behave, how to dress, how to address clergy, and where to write for further information. The two volumes (Volume 1 covers the larger denominations in the United States, while Volume 2 covers smaller denominations such as African American Methodist, Mennonite/Amish, and Native American faiths) have now been completely updated and expanded to include information on the Canadian branches of each faith as well. While libraries that purchased the original volumes may not feel a need to update after only a few years, those in or close to Canada and those that did not purchase the original volumes will want to consider this most worthwhile set. Highly recommended.AMarcia G. Welsh, Guilford Free Lib., CT
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Edition details

• Publisher: Skylight Paths Pub
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1893361020
• ISBN 13: 9781893361027
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 435
• Editor: Arthur J. Magida, Stuart M. Matlins