Book of the Month Club, 1997
"The only American work of its kind, and in any case solid with detail and happily free of hot air."


New York Times, 1997
"A comprehensive guide to proper diplomatic, official and social usage, the book includes a history of protocol in America."


Robert Middlemiss, 2002
"The 25th Anniversary Edition of Protocol is a must for any institution wishing to do business with the Federal Government."


Department of State, June 1998
"Contains a wealth of detail on every question, from titles and forms of address to ceremonies and flag etiquette."


Book Description
For nearly a quarter of a century Protocol has been the Bible to multi-national corporations, government circles, embassies and public relations offices. In this comprehensive guide to proper diplomatic official and social usage, Mary Jane McCaffree and Pauline Innis define the order of precedence, ranking officials at every level from the President of the United States on down, on titles and forms of address to be used in written and oral communications, on calling and calling cards, invitations and replies, official entertaining and private parties, table seating arrangements, flag etiquette, and much more. There is an important discussion of women in official and public life, a fascination section on the historical background of modern protocol, and an appendix filled with valuable information on dealing with the press, wearing decorations, proper dress, and diplomatic terms.


About the Author
Mary Jane McCaffree has served at the White House as Social Secretary and as Press and Personal Secretary. She has also served as a Protocol Specialist in the office of the Chief of Protocol. Pauline Innis, as president of various national and international organizations and as the wife of a navy Admiral, has had much experience in social and official life. Richard Sand, a prominent attorney, has advised and coordinated numerous government functions for a variety of organizations.