John Bridges

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John Bridges is the author of the bestselling book, HOW TO BE A GENTLEMAN, today's most popular guide to etiquette for the modern man. When it comes to handling any issue related to courtesy, common or uncommon -- whether it's how to use a shrimp fork, how to conduct yourself in a business meeting, or knowing when to turn off your cell phone -- John is "Mr. Right."

"Over the course of my life, I've been to a lot of parties," says John. "What I've learned is that it's not enough simply to get invited. What's really important is knowing how to behave yourself, so you get invited back."

A native of Slapout, Alabama, John has served as Classical Music Editor for the Nashville Tennessean, and was an award-winning columnist and editor for the Nashv...more

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DO YOU EAT WHAT I EAT?

There’s not much to talk about, it seems, in terms of the Chelsea / Marc wedding, except for the menu. (The overly flounced, wide-skirted dress deserves the relatively minimal comment its been given, all such dresses considered.)

So let’s all pounce (why don’t we?) on the menu, which was vegan; and which we would or would not have served, had we been throwing the reception; and which we would or...

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Published on August 10, 2010 23:34

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Books by John Bridges

Average rating: 3.70 · 399 ratings · 81 reviews · 44 distinct works

	How to Be a Gentleman: A Contemporary Guide to Common Courtesy by John Bridges, Bryan Curtis 3.62 avg rating — 212 ratings — published 1997 — 11 editions	My rating:
	As a Gentleman Would Say: Responses to Life's Important (and Sometimes Awkward) Situations by John Bridges, Bryan Curtis 3.77 avg rating — 44 ratings — published 2001 — 4 editions	My rating:
	A Gentleman Gets Dressed Up: What to Wear, When to Wear It, How to Wear It 3.85 avg rating — 26 ratings — published 2003 — 4 editions	My rating:
	50 Things Every Young Gentleman Should Know by John Bridges, Bryan Curtis 3.56 avg rating — 18 ratings — published 2006 — 5 editions	My rating:
	A Gentleman Entertains: A Guide to Making Memorable Occasions Happen by John Bridges, Bryan Curtis 3.87 avg rating — 15 ratings — published 2000 — 5 editions	My rating:
	A Gentleman at the Table: A Concise, Contemporary Guide to Table Manners by John Bridges, Bryan Curtis 4.25 avg rating — 8 ratings — published 2004 — 3 editions	My rating:
	Toasts & Tributes: A Gentleman's Guide to Personal Correspondence and the Noble Tradition of the Toast by John Bridges, Bryan Curtis 4.00 avg rating — 6 ratings — published 2005	My rating:
	A Gentleman Abroad: A Concise Guide to Traveling with Confidence and Courtesy by John Bridges, Bryan Curtis 3.67 avg rating — 6 ratings — published 2007	My rating:
	A Gentleman Pens a Note: A Concise, Contemporary Guide to Personal Correspondence by John Bridges, Bryan Curtis 2.50 avg rating — 2 ratings — published 2003 — 3 editions	My rating:
	A Gentleman Walks Down the Aisle: A Complete Guide to the Perfect Wedding Day by John Bridges, Bryan Curtis 4.00 avg rating — 1 rating — published 2011 — 2 editions	My rating: