The Best Letters Of Lord Chesterfield

The Best Letters Of Lord Chesterfield Letters To His Son And Letters To His Godson (1893)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The Best Letters of Lord Chesterfield is a collection of letters written by Philip Dormer Stanhope, the fourth Earl of Chesterfield, to his son and godson. Originally published in 1893, this book features a selection of the most insightful and entertaining letters from Lord Chesterfield's extensive correspondence. The letters offer advice on a wide range of topics, including etiquette, education, politics, and social life, and are written in a lively and engaging style. Lord Chesterfield's letters to his son are particularly famous for their wit and wisdom, and have been praised for their timeless relevance. This edition of the book includes an introduction by the editor, providing historical context and biographical information about Lord Chesterfield. Overall, The Best Letters of Lord Chesterfield is a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century British high society, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of letter writing or the history of English literature.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781164331261
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 304
Weight: 616g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 20mm