Rules of Order

After years of presiding over meetings of various types throughout the country, Dr. James E. Davis became convinced that if rules of order are to be understood clearly and used effectively they must be "based on principles rather than technicalities". In Rules of Order he provides a new, simplified approach to parliamentary procedure for those who chair or participate in meetings of any size and in any field. Users will find clear, concise explanations of every type of motion and request, tables showing at a glance all the rules governing motions and requests, and advice on how to conduct meetings and conventions and how to handle nominations and elections. This easily referenced, authoritative guide will be welcomed by anyone who has struggled to make use of the encyclopedic works of the past.