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Lord Chesterfield's Letters To His Son And Godson

- Selected (1897)

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Lord Chesterfield's Letters to His Son and Godson: Selected (1897) is a collection of letters written by the British statesman and diplomat, Lord Chesterfield, to his son and godson. The letters were written between 1737 and 1768 and cover a wide range of topics, including etiquette, education, politics, and love. The book is edited and selected by Philip Dormer Stanhope, who was also a British statesman and writer. Stanhope has chosen the most relevant and insightful letters from the original collection, providing readers with a condensed and accessible version of Chesterfield's advice to his son and godson. The letters are written in a conversational and engaging style, with Chesterfield offering practical advice on how to succeed in society and navigate the challenges of life. He emphasizes the importance of good manners, education, and hard work, while also encouraging his son and godson to pursue their passions and enjoy life. Overall, Lord Chesterfield's Letters to His Son and Godson: Selected (1897) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in 18th century British culture and the art of letter writing. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the British aristocracy and the values and beliefs that shaped their lives.With Introduction, Biographical Sketch, And Notes.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164859529
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 164
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x9 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 227 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 10. december 2024
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Lord Chesterfield's Letters to His Son and Godson: Selected (1897) is a collection of letters written by the British statesman and diplomat, Lord Chesterfield, to his son and godson. The letters were written between 1737 and 1768 and cover a wide range of topics, including etiquette, education, politics, and love. The book is edited and selected by Philip Dormer Stanhope, who was also a British statesman and writer. Stanhope has chosen the most relevant and insightful letters from the original collection, providing readers with a condensed and accessible version of Chesterfield's advice to his son and godson. The letters are written in a conversational and engaging style, with Chesterfield offering practical advice on how to succeed in society and navigate the challenges of life. He emphasizes the importance of good manners, education, and hard work, while also encouraging his son and godson to pursue their passions and enjoy life. Overall, Lord Chesterfield's Letters to His Son and Godson: Selected (1897) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in 18th century British culture and the art of letter writing. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the British aristocracy and the values and beliefs that shaped their lives.With Introduction, Biographical Sketch, And Notes.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.

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