This is a contemporary book on etiquette and manners in the tradition of the "Speculum Principis" - mirrors for princes. Such books were written for rulers and other men of high nobility in order to learn how to live, work and project oneself as a Prince in the world. The book is filled with practical advice on etiquette, philosophical reflections on manners and timeless guidance on how to become a prince. It is popularly held that one cannot acquire that elusive quality called "class" unless born into a certain social stratum or unless one comes from a family of old money. Thankfully, all the ancient writers of conduct books and etiquette manuals agree that this is not true. If you have picked up this book chances are that you are just setting out on a journey of personal transformation. Maybe a sudden success brings attention to your person, and you don't yet have the right toolbox to take space elegantly in the spotlight? Perhaps you long for progression in life, but your own background, and other people's prejudices, prevent you from having the break that you need? A few tricks of princely charisma may oil the hinges of the doors to opportunity. The Author has included a selection of new translations of favorite passages, paragraphs and letters from classical authorities on manners and personal growth. Some of the historical voices included in the book are those of Baltasar Gracián, Baron Adolph von Knigge, Erasmus of Rotterdam, Count Baldassare Castiglione and Giovanni della Casa amongst others.