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Title: Widger's Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Lord Chesterfield
Credits: This etext was produced by David Widger
Summary: "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.)
Author: Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773
Editor: Widger, David, 1932-2021?
EBook No.: 3531
Published: Nov 1, 2002
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Quotations
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Widger's Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Lord Chesterfield
Credits: This etext was produced by David Widger
Summary: "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.)
Author: Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773
Editor: Widger, David, 1932-2021?
EBook No.: 3531
Published: Nov 1, 2002
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Quotations
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.