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Gulick, Sidney L. (Sidney Lewis)
1902
1988
Gulick, Sidney Lewis
Woty, William
1791
Woty, W. (William)
Wotty, Mr. (William)
Copywell, James
Copywell, J. (James)
Copywell, Jemmy
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Two Burlesques of Lord Chesterfield's Letters.
The Graces (1774), The Fine Gentleman's Etiquette (1776)
Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 81
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"Two Burlesques of Lord Chesterfield's Letters" by Sidney L. Gulick and William Woty is a literary work composed of two satirical poems, written during the late 18th century. It serves as both a burlesque and a critique of Lord Chesterfield's renowned "Letters to his Son." The book exemplifies a form of comedic literature from its time, blending wit with commentary on social manners and etiquette, aimed primarily at addressing the perceptions and expectations placed on young gentlemen of the period. The first poem, "The Graces," humorously advises Chesterfield’s son to cultivate charm and social grace, suggesting that these traits are as essential as intelligence for success in society. Woty employs exaggerated scenarios to highlight the absurdity of relying solely on social graces, poking fun at the notion that mere appearance can overshadow true merit. The second piece, "The Fine Gentleman’s Etiquette," attributed to an anonymous lady, continues in this spirit, detailing the necessary attributes for gaining favor in the social sphere, all while maintaining a light-hearted tone filled with clever jabs at etiquette conventions. Together, these burlesques reflect the social dynamics of their era, illustrating the theatricality of genteel behavior and the relationships between personal virtues and public perceptions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773. Letters to his son
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Category: Poetry
Category: Humour
Category: British Literature
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