THE THOROUGHLY IMPROPER GUIDE TO SOCIAL SUCCESS
By By Beatrice Wainwright and Constance Pemberton
Length5h 26m
About this audiobook
THE THOROUGHLY IMPROPER GUIDE TO SOCIAL SUCCESS.
This book is a delightful and refreshing take on social etiquette and networking.
In this refreshingly irreverent guide, Wainwright and Pemberton, seasoned socialites and masters of unconventional charm, share witty anecdotes, practical tips, and a healthy dose of humour to help you stand out and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're attending a high-society gala, a casual dinner party, or a spontaneous gathering, this book provides you with the tools and insights to connect with others in a more authentic and enjoyable way.
Say goodbye to stuffy etiquette and hello to a new era of social success the Wainwright and Pemberton way.
Get ready to become the life of the party and make every social interaction a memorable one!
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 (1)
GenreHumor, Self-Help
Length5 hrs 26 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 13, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE THOROUGHLY IMPROPER GUIDE TO SOCIAL SUCCESS
2FOREWORD: A GENTLE WARNING FROM A CONCERNED FRIEND
3CHAPTER 1: FIRST IMPRESSIONS
4CHAPTER 2: THE ART OF THE SOCIAL BARB - INSULTS DISGUISED AS COMPLIMENTS
5CHAPTER 3: HOSTING PARTIES - PARTIES THAT WILL BE DISCUSSED FOR DECADES (pt. 1)
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6CHAPTER 3: HOSTING PARTIES - PARTIES THAT WILL BE DISCUSSED FOR DECADES (pt. 2)
7CHAPTER 4: NAVIGATING SOCIAL HIERARCHY - CLIMBING, DEMOLISHING, OR IGNORING IT ENTIRELY
8CHAPTER 5: THE DIGITAL BATTLEFIELD - SOCIAL MEDIA FOR THE SOCIALLY SAVAGE
9CHAPTER 6: REVENGE SERVED WITH A SMILE - THE ART OF THE LONG GAME
10QUIZ ANSWERS: REVENGE SERVED WITH A SMILE.
11YOUR SOCIAL WARFARE SCORE ASSESSMENT
12APPENDIX A: COMPREHENSIVE GLOSSARY OF TACTICAL TERMINOLOGY
13APPENDIX B: EMERGENCY PROTOCOLS FOR SOCIAL DISASTERS
14APPENDIX C: PRACTICAL WISDOM FOR THE SOCIALLY TRANSFORMED
15LEGAL DISCLAIMER AND WARNING
16Copyright Protection
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