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"Choosing Civility: Twenty-Five Rules of Considerate Conduct"
P.M. Forni
St. Martin’s Press
2002
ISBN 0-312-82118-8
Ever notice how the world has become a little ruder in this century? Well you are not alone. In fact that level of rudeness has been studied by some major institutions. In “Choosing Civility” Dr. P.M. Forni co-founder of the Johns Hopkins University Civility Project address the lack of common decency so prevalent in the modern world of stress, cell phones, e-mails and multitasking.
Far from being a “Miss Manners” book Dr. Forni lays out twenty-five rules of civil interaction for dealing with others, even when they are less than decent to you. These are rules to carry with for life - at home, in the workplace and at rest and play.
Rule #5: Be Inclusive
This short book is divided into three parts. Part One gives the reader an overview of how civility is viewed and how it fits into our modern society. It even explores and explodes the myth that “nice guys finish last” and addresses how civility fits into love and relationships.
Rule # 10: Respect Others’ Opinions
Part Two is the rules themselves. Simple and wise, if followed, these rules will enrich your life and make the lives of those around you, more enjoyable, companionable and rewarding. In witty thoughtful presentations, Dr. Forni clearly discusses each rule and provides examples and discussion.
Rule #25: Don’t Shift Responsibility and Blame
The last part of the book is devoted to the self. It is shown and discussed that civility has many personal benefits. From ‘Stress’ to ‘Culture Shock’ to ‘Living Among Strangers’ many aspects of the individual are explored. In each it is shown how life can be much more satisfying with a level of civility in place. This book is a must read for anyone looking to find their own way and own place in the world of today. .
Further information on Dr. Forni’s civility project at Johns Hopkins University may be found at: http://www.jhu.edu/civility
LA Judge
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