Courtesy Calls Again

Another etiquette book? No, Courtesy Calls Again is so much more.

It teaches the virtues required for the practice of genuine courtesy. It investigates and debunks myths that have influenced our modern civilization, such as the cowboy, pioneer woman, the big boy, spontaneous man, and natural man.

It provides practical tips on how to cultivate courteous relationships in the home. How should a husband and wife respect each other, and how should they provide a good example for their children? Why should a father treat his boys and daughters differently than he does his girls? What does a mother do to properly train her children? How can parents prevent raising their children in a child-centered environment?

The key characteristics of healthy Catholic family relationships are described here. A new American household becomes feasible - one that is serious, hierarchical, harmonious, and happy.

Judith Fife Mead and Marian Therese Horvat provide patterns and norms from Catholic tradition's vast treasure – and encourage us to respond to the urgent call to courtesy.