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Earl Of Chesterfield V1: Letters To His Son

Earl Of Chesterfield V1: Letters To His Son

Chesterfield, Earl Of
Leigh, Oliver H.

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1494174782
ISBN13: 9781494174781
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Mar 29 2014
Pages: 422
Weight: 1.61
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Earl Of Chesterfield V1: Letters To His Son is a collection of letters written by Philip Stanhope, the 4th Earl of Chesterfield, to his illegitimate son, also named Philip. The letters were written over a period of several years, beginning in 1737 when the younger Philip was just 5 years old, and continuing until 1768, when the elder Philip was in his seventies.The letters cover a wide range of topics, including literature, politics, and etiquette. Chesterfield was known for his wit and charm, and these qualities are evident in the letters, which are both instructive and entertaining. Chesterfield's advice to his son is often practical, but also reflects his own values and beliefs.The letters provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century England, and the life of a nobleman of the time. They also offer insight into the relationship between a father and his son, and the challenges faced by a father who is not able to openly acknowledge his child.Overall, Earl Of Chesterfield V1: Letters To His Son is a valuable historical document, as well as an engaging and informative read.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1774 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.

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