Letters To His Son By The Earl Of Chesterfield V1: On The Fine Art Of Becoming A Man Of The World And A Gentleman (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169340138)

""Letters to His Son"" is a collection of personal correspondence written by Philip Dormer Stanhope, the Earl of Chesterfield, to his son. Originally published in 1774, the letters offer advice and guidance on how to become a successful and respected gentleman in society. The book covers a wide range of topics, from manners and etiquette to politics and philosophy. The letters are written in a conversational style and offer practical advice on how to navigate social situations with grace and intelligence. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume focusing on the art of becoming a man of the world and a gentleman. The second volume covers more specific topics, such as the art of conversation and the importance of cultivating one's own talents and interests. Overall, ""Letters to His Son"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century English society and offers timeless advice on how to succeed in any social setting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Philip Dormer Stanhope Chesterfield
ISBN-10: 116934013X
ISBN-13: 9781169340138
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 422
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.08lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.94d