Choosing Civility: The Twenty-five Rules of Considerate Conduct

P. M. Forni

ISBN 10: 0312302509 / ISBN 13: 9780312302504

Published by St. Martin's Griffin, 1999

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Choosing Civility: The Twenty-five Rules of Considerate Conduct
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0312302509
• ISBN 13: 9780312302504
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Simple, practical, non-confrontational solutions to help navigate conversations with others

In Choosing Civility, P. M. Forni identifies the twenty-five rules that are most essential in connecting effectively and happily with others.

In clear, witty, and, well... civilized language, Forni covers crucial topics that guide our everyday interactions, including:

- Think Twice Before Asking Favors
- Give Constructive Criticism
- Refrain from Idle Complaints
- Respect Others' Opinions
- Don't Shift Responsibility and Blame
- Care for Your Guests
- Accept and Give Praise

Finally, Forni provides concrete examples of how to put each rule into practice, therefore making life―and the lives of others―more enjoyable, companionable, and rewarding.

Choosing Civility is a simple, practical, perfectly measured, and quietly magical handbook on the lost art of civility and compassion.

“Insightful meditation on how changing the way we think can improve our daily lives. ... A deft exploration that urges us to think before speaking.” ―Kirkus, Starred Review

About the Author

Dr. P.M. Forni (1951-2018) was an award-winning professor of Italian Literature at Johns Hopkins University. In 2000 he founded The Civility Initiative at Johns Hopkins and taught courses on the theory and history of manners. He is the author of Choosing Civility: The Twenty-five Rules of Considerate Conduct (2002), The Civility Solution: What to Do When People Are Rude (2008) and The Thinking Life: How to Thrive in the Age of Distraction (2011). Reports on his work have appeared on The New York Times, The Times of London, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and The Los Angeles Times. He has been a on a number of radio and television shows, including ABC's World News Tonight, CBS Sunday Morning and BBC's Outlook. He lived in Baltimore, Maryland.