Description: This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century British society through the intimate letters of a prominent nobleman, Lord Chesterfield, to his son. The author provides a detailed account of Lord Chesterfield's life, highlighting his political career, his influence on literature and his enduring legacy. The letters themselves offer a rich tapestry of advice on topics ranging from the importance of history and the proper use of language to the finer points of good breeding and the art of engaging in conversation. While the author notes that some of Lord Chesterfield’s advice is grounded in self-interest, he also emphasizes that the letters repeatedly advocate for a moral life, driven by a belief in the value of a good character for social and professional success. The book ultimately illuminates the values and social dynamics of a bygone era, offering valuable insights into the delicate balance between decorum and virtue that governed the lives of the British elite. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Number of Pages: 163
Type: textbook
Book Title: Lord Chesterfield's Letters to His Son and Godson, Selected : With Introduction, Biographical Sketch, and Notes (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: Motivational & Inspirational
Item Height: 0.3 in
Publication Year: 2017
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Self-Help
Item Weight: 8 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Henry H. Belfield
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
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