Town & Country The Art of Gratitude: Thank-You Notes for Every Occasion

We all have something to give thanks for, but we're not always sure of the best way to convey our appreciation. This elegant new volume inTown & Country's popular etiquette line will help. It gathers together the magazine's time-tested wisdom on the subject, and offers the last, best word on the how and why of thank you noteswhen to write them and what to say, including examples readers can adapt for personal use. The Art of Gratitudeexplains why the hand-written note is still relevant in today's electronic society, discusses the basic stationery suite, and answers the pressing question:is it ever acceptable to send a thank-you note via e-mail?Find out about the correct language and structure to use; appropriate forms of address; ways of varying the tone for different occasions; and how to create wedding-related notes, including advice on designing your monogram as a couple. All situations receive careful attention, from the personal to the professional: letters for gifts, social occasions, in response to a kindness, condolences, and to follow up on a job interview. And, because no one is ever too young to learn good manners, the book includes guidelines for thank-you notes from children and teenagers, too.Town and Country Editors is the author of 'Town & Country The Art of Gratitude: Thank-You Notes for Every Occasion', published 2008 under ISBN 9781588167279 and ISBN 1588167275.