Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised, 12th Edition

Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised is a parliamentary-procedure reference for conducting orderly and fair meetings. The 12th edition adds numbered sections, an expanded reference appendix, electronic-meeting sample rules and updated guidance on motions, debate and elections.

At a glance

Section-based paragraph numbering is intended to make cross-references easier and support e-book compatibility.
The edition expands its appendix of charts, tables and lists, and includes sample rules for electronic meetings.
New and expanded guidance covers motions, points of order and appeals, filling blanks, nominations and completing elections.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Combines a broad reference on parliamentary procedure with practical summaries of commonly used meeting processes.
Sample electronic-meeting rules and added election provisions address topics specifically identified as new to this edition.

Cons

At 816 pages, this is a substantial reference rather than a short introductory handbook.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication
Publisher	PublicAffairs
Edition	12th
Publication date	Sept. 1 2020
Language	English
Print length	816 pages
ISBN-10	154179771X
ISBN-13	978-1541797710

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	14.22 x 4.7 x 18.8 cm
Weight listed	800 g

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Meeting chairs, officers and members who need a detailed parliamentary-procedure reference.
Readers seeking the 12th edition's updated material on electronic meetings, motions or elections.

Less suited to

Readers looking only for a brief, introductory overview rather than a comprehensive reference.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 7,224 ratings

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Customer feedback describes the book as comprehensive and useful for meeting management, with positive remarks about clear reading and concise information. That reported usefulness fits its detailed parliamentary-procedure scope, though its 816 pages may be more than a casual reader needs. Ratings are largely five-star, but aggregate scores cannot explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers describe the content as comprehensive and useful for managing meetings.
Feedback also highlights readability and information considered concise for the subject.

Frequently asked questions

What edition is this book?

The listing identifies it as the 12th edition, published Sept. 1 2020.

What topics are updated in the 12th edition?

The listing describes sample rules for electronic meetings, added guidance on motions and appeals, expanded procedures for filling blanks, and new provisions on nominations and elections.

Is this a short guide for beginners?

It is an 816-page reference. Readers wanting a concise introduction may prefer an introductory guide, while this volume is positioned as a detailed manual.