The article discusses the significance of etiquette in our lives, arguing against Philippa Foot's notion that manners lack automatic reason-giving force. The author posits that societal norms and behaviors, such as RSVP-ing or dressing appropriately for occasions, indicate that we do possess reasons to adhere to what's done. Recent thinkers like Sarah Buss and Karen Stohr assert that good manners are morally important and play a functional role in our moral framework, challenging the dismissive views on etiquette and its relevance in guiding behavior.
"Say what you like against civilization, it comes in dashed handy in a crisis like this. It may be purely an artificial code, but..."
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