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Funny and accurate, this book satirizes the manners and style of America's upper crust. What made it so successful in the eighties is that it is simultaneously a satire, for those in the know, and an actual handbook, for those hoping to pass as socially upwardly mobile. Some features are a bit out of date by now, but overall it is timeless. Might there be an updated second edition in the works.
I lived for this book when it came out and still refer back to it. Love it.
The book that I purchased was in excellent condition and delivered ahead of schedule. I was extremely satisfied with my order from Amazon.
Did you grow up priviledged in the 80's. If so, chances are this book will bring back memories. Yes, it's spoofy, but it's so much fun and spot on in many cases. Very fun to pick up and read on a slow Saturday afternoon and full of inspiration in terms of what preppy trends to resurrect in your life if you aren't still 100% prepster these days.Buy it if you can.
I was in high school when this book originally came out, it was my bible. We know that fashion always repeats itself so this book is very in vogue right now. I have several copies and continue to give it as gifts to friends and family. I think the book has a "cult" like following. My teenage neices just love this book and are the envy of their friends. If you are lucky enough to have a copy - you better keep it under lock and key.
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