Robert's Rules of Order Revised

Robert's Rules of Order Revised
by General Henry M. Robert
1915 Fourth Edition, Public Domain

Although the copyright on the original Fourth Edition of Robert's Rules of Order Revised has expired, it remains an important work. RulesOnline.com contains the full text of the book, including lesson outlines and Plan for Study of Parliamentary Law, along with the added convenience and functionality of index and keyword search. This handy online reference tool is useful to the student of parliamentary procedure and the parliamentarian alike.

The most current edition of the work of Henry M. Robert is Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (10th Edition) © 2000, (abbreviated RONR) and if the bylaws of an organization specify Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised as the adopted parliamentary authority, then this is the book to use.

The only authorized parliamentary procedure guide, completely revised and updated by the authorized Robert's Rules Authorship Committee.

Originally published as a slim document in 1876, General Henry M. Robert's classic guide to smooth, orderly, and fairly conducted meetings has sold close to five million copies in nine editions. The only book containing the completely developed Robert's Rules of Order subject matter, this latest edition will continue the book's reputation as the gold standard of meeting procedure for parliamentarians and novice club presidents and members alike. Thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the past decade's technological advances and usage, this tenth edition contains new information on how to conduct meetings over the Internet, on phone and video conference calls, and with members in absentia. The best book from which to learn all about running and taking an effective part in meetings, General Robert's gift of order is as indispensable now as it was a century ago.

In this RulesOnline.com online version of the Fourth Edition of Robert's Rules of Order Revised, an alphabetical index is provided in the Table of Contents in the left frame. The topics may be read in sequence, either by clicking the Next Page or Previous Page buttons

or by clicking on each topic in sequence in the Contents list in the left frame. The middle tab provides a cross-reference Index by keyword. The right tab provides keyword Search capabilities - enter one or more keywords and press the "Enter" key or the "Go" button or arrow. Remember that your browser "Find" function will only work on the frame that has the focus, so first click on the page (right-hand frame) before doing a Find. The same is true of the Print function, i.e. only the active frame will print. Right click on the page and select "Print".

"It is recommended that each officer of an organization obtain a copy of the 176 page Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised in Brief (RONRIB) to use as a meeting guide. Interested members who wish to participate fully in meetings will find it to be invaluable. This 'in brief' book is one of the best values around! For more in-depth information, you will also want a paperback copy of the 704 page Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (RONR) to be used as a reference (when more information is needed), which the 'in brief' book cross references and refers to by page and line number. If you are serious about parliamentary procedure, buy the long-lasting hardcover edition of RONR as a reference book for your personal library. RONR is the book to use if Robert's Rules of Order is designated in your bylaws as your parliamentary authority."

Going to a meeting but not sure what to do or say? Inexperienced, but want to know how to take part? Learn quickly and easily! Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised in Brief is a short, simple book that includes:

Finally! Published in 2004, this simple and concise, user-friendly guide covers the basics of conducting and participating in meetings of any size. Written by the same authorship team as Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (RONR), this short easy-to-read guide covers the essentials on the rules most frequently used at meetings. At 176 pages, this handy pocket manual is roughly one-fourth the number of pages of RONR, yet this brief guide is entirely consistent with the larger 704 page RONR, something that cannot be said for other short books on parliamentary procedure.

RONR, Henry M. Robert's classic guide to smooth, orderly, and fairly conducted meetings, was originally published in 1896 and has sold close to 5 million copies in nine editions. This 704 page, 10th edition, Parliamentary Authority will continue the book's reputation as the gold standard of meeting procedure for professional parliamentarians and novice club presidents and members alike. When you need the details, this is the book to get!

Each order from this website includes a FREE leaflet of "Basic Parliamentary Information" - This handy reference card includes charts summarizing the basic characteristics of motions, the procedure and wording used in handling a main motion, a sample agenda/order of business, and information on voting and amendments. Keep this reference card handy in your pocket or purse!

Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised in Brief - Paperback
176 pages
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Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (RONR) - Paperback
10th edition, 704 pages
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Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (RONR) - Hardcover
10th edition, 802 pages
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