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Title:
Letters to His Son, 1752
On the Fine Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman
Note: Reading ease score: 57.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Letters to His Son, 1752" by the Earl of Chesterfield is a collection of epistolary advice written during the mid-18th century. This work comprises letters addressed to Chesterfield's son, in which he shares insights on how to navigate the complexities of society and become a well-rounded gentleman. The letters primarily focus on the importance of acquiring knowledge, manners, and social graces essential for success in both personal and professional realms. The beginning of "Letters to His Son" emphasizes the value of curiosity and attention to detail as crucial tools for gaining knowledge and understanding the world. Chesterfield encourages his son to be actively engaged in learning about political systems, cultural nuances, and societal structures during his travels in Europe. He criticizes common traits in young English travelers—such as laziness or infrequent inquiry—urging his son to ask questions and seek information on various subjects, from legal customs to social etiquette. This opening sets the tone for the intimate and instructive nature of the letters, framing them as both personal correspondence and a guide to becoming a polished and perceptive gentleman. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773
EBook No.: 3356
Published: Dec 1, 2004
Downloads: 68
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, 1752
On the Fine Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman
Note: Reading ease score: 57.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Letters to His Son, 1752" by the Earl of Chesterfield is a collection of epistolary advice written during the mid-18th century. This work comprises letters addressed to Chesterfield's son, in which he shares insights on how to navigate the complexities of society and become a well-rounded gentleman. The letters primarily focus on the importance of acquiring knowledge, manners, and social graces essential for success in both personal and professional realms. The beginning of "Letters to His Son" emphasizes the value of curiosity and attention to detail as crucial tools for gaining knowledge and understanding the world. Chesterfield encourages his son to be actively engaged in learning about political systems, cultural nuances, and societal structures during his travels in Europe. He criticizes common traits in young English travelers—such as laziness or infrequent inquiry—urging his son to ask questions and seek information on various subjects, from legal customs to social etiquette. This opening sets the tone for the intimate and instructive nature of the letters, framing them as both personal correspondence and a guide to becoming a polished and perceptive gentleman. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773
EBook No.: 3356
Published: Dec 1, 2004
Downloads: 68
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.