Lord Chesterfield's Letters To His Son And Godson

Lord Chesterfield's Letters to His Son and Godson: Selected (1897) is a collection of letters written by Philip Dormer Stanhope, the 4th Earl of Chesterfield, to his son and godson. The letters were written between 1737 and 1768 and cover a wide range of topics, including education, etiquette, politics, and personal relationships. The letters are written in a conversational style and offer advice and guidance on how to navigate the social and political world of 18th-century England. The book has been edited and selected by the author's descendant, also named Philip Dormer Stanhope, and includes an introduction that provides context for the letters and their historical significance. Overall, Lord Chesterfield's Letters to His Son and Godson: Selected (1897) is a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of England's most influential figures.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.