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Title:
Letters to His Son, 1750
On the Fine Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman
Note: Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Letters to His Son, 1750" by the Earl of Chesterfield is a collection of correspondences written in the 18th century. This work serves as a guide on the social graces, moral conduct, and intellectual pursuits necessary for a young man navigating society. The letters are directed to Chesterfield’s son, offering wisdom on becoming a well-rounded gentleman and man of the world. At the start of the book, Chesterfield emphasizes the importance of maintaining a moral character and the necessity of appearing respectable in various social contexts. He discusses the subtleties of managing relationships, especially with people of varied backgrounds, and provides practical advice on how to cultivate politeness and charm. Chesterfield reflects on his own youthful experiences while encouraging his son to be conscious of the company he keeps and to embrace opportunities for growth and learning. The opening letters provide foundational insights that are meant to guide him through both personal and social development as he enters adulthood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773
EBook No.: 3354
Published: Dec 1, 2004
Downloads: 63
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Letters to His Son, 1750
On the Fine Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman
Note: Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Letters to His Son, 1750" by the Earl of Chesterfield is a collection of correspondences written in the 18th century. This work serves as a guide on the social graces, moral conduct, and intellectual pursuits necessary for a young man navigating society. The letters are directed to Chesterfield’s son, offering wisdom on becoming a well-rounded gentleman and man of the world. At the start of the book, Chesterfield emphasizes the importance of maintaining a moral character and the necessity of appearing respectable in various social contexts. He discusses the subtleties of managing relationships, especially with people of varied backgrounds, and provides practical advice on how to cultivate politeness and charm. Chesterfield reflects on his own youthful experiences while encouraging his son to be conscious of the company he keeps and to embrace opportunities for growth and learning. The opening letters provide foundational insights that are meant to guide him through both personal and social development as he enters adulthood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773
EBook No.: 3354
Published: Dec 1, 2004
Downloads: 63
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.