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_aChesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, _d1694-1773 |
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_aLetters to His Son, Complete : _bOn the Fine Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman |
| 246 | 1 | _aLetters to His Son on the Fine Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman | |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-10-12 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"Letters to His Son, Complete" by the Earl of Philip Dormer Stanhope Chesterfield is a collection of educational letters written in the mid-18th century. The work serves as a guide to the lessons of proper conduct, manners, and education that the Earl imparts to his illegitimate son, providing timeless advice on how to navigate the social and political landscape of his time while becoming a refined gentleman. The opening of this compilation sets the tone for Chesterfield's approach to letter writing as both instructive and personal. Chesterfield reflects on the various challenges his son faces during his travels across Europe while emphasizing the importance of education, ambition, and attentiveness. He encourages his son to proactively engage with the knowledge and customs of the regions he visits, highlighting the significance of understanding both literature and social etiquette. The Earl's letters illustrate his desire for his son to excel and represent the ideals of gentility, emphasizing that hard work and a commitment to personal growth are paramount for success in the "great and busy world." (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aConduct of life | ||
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