Letters to His Son, 1756-58 : On the Fine Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Letters to His Son, 1756-58" by the Earl of Chesterfield is a collection of correspondence written during the mid-18th century. Through these letters, Chesterfield shares advice on becoming a refined gentleman and proficient in the ways of the world, addressing not only social conduct but also political matters of his time. The opening of the collection reveals Chesterfield's keen observations on European politics, particularly the complexities surrounding the ongoing conflicts involving Prussia and Austria. He discusses his personal health challenges while providing insights into the political landscape, including intrigues, alliances, and the machinations of state affairs. Chesterfield's writing is formal and elaborate, reflecting the aristocratic values of the era, as he often addresses his recipient, encouraging him to cultivate knowledge and manners necessary for high society. Through this opening portion, readers gain a taste of Chesterfield's wit and the keen interest he possesses in the affairs of both his personal life and the broader world around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-12-01