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100 1 _aChesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of,
_d1694-1773
245 1 0 _aWidger's Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Lord Chesterfield
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2002
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2002-11-01
508 _aThis etext was produced by David Widger
520 _a"Widger's Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Lord Chesterfield" by David Widger is a collection of notable quotations derived from the letters of 18th-century British statesman Lord Chesterfield to his son. This book, rooted in the early modern period, encapsulates Chesterfield's extensive advice on manners, etiquette, and the art of pleasing, reflecting the social values and expectations of its time. The content consists of a selection of Chesterfield's letters, which serve as a guide to navigating social interactions and cultivating a polished demeanor. The letters emphasize the importance of good manners, the effective use of time, and the delicate balance of self-presentation and humility. Chesterfield succinctly addresses various aspects of life, urging his son to understand the nuances of social engagements, the significance of civility, and the necessity of pleasing others while maintaining one's integrity. Each letter offers pearls of wisdom that remain relevant, illuminating the complexities of human behavior and the societal structures of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aQuotations
700 1 _aWidger, David,
_d1932-2021?
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3531
999 _c45578
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