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Title: Quotes and Images from Chesterfield's Letters to His Son
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Quotes and Images from Chesterfield's Letters to His Son by Chesterfield" is a collection of aphorisms and insights drawn from the letters of The Earl of Chesterfield, predominantly written in the mid-18th century. This book serves as a guide on etiquette, manners, and social interaction from a perspective steeped in the values of the Enlightenment period. The content primarily focuses on the art of pleasing others and the complexities of social relationships, making it relevant for those interested in historical perspectives on personal conduct and communication. The quotations captured in this collection reflect Chesterfield's advice to his son, emphasizing the importance of good breeding, self-control, and understanding human nature. He cautions against common social pitfalls such as arrogance, idleness, and superficiality, while highlighting virtues such as modesty, civility, and the need for genuine empathy in relationships. By weaving together practical advice with observations on human behavior, Chesterfield's letters aim to cultivate a well-rounded character, equipped to navigate the complexities of society with both grace and intellect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773
Editor: Widger, David, 1932-2021?
EBook No.: 7539
Published: Aug 29, 2004
Downloads: 128
Language: English
Subject: Quotations
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Quotes and Images from Chesterfield's Letters to His Son
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Quotes and Images from Chesterfield's Letters to His Son by Chesterfield" is a collection of aphorisms and insights drawn from the letters of The Earl of Chesterfield, predominantly written in the mid-18th century. This book serves as a guide on etiquette, manners, and social interaction from a perspective steeped in the values of the Enlightenment period. The content primarily focuses on the art of pleasing others and the complexities of social relationships, making it relevant for those interested in historical perspectives on personal conduct and communication. The quotations captured in this collection reflect Chesterfield's advice to his son, emphasizing the importance of good breeding, self-control, and understanding human nature. He cautions against common social pitfalls such as arrogance, idleness, and superficiality, while highlighting virtues such as modesty, civility, and the need for genuine empathy in relationships. By weaving together practical advice with observations on human behavior, Chesterfield's letters aim to cultivate a well-rounded character, equipped to navigate the complexities of society with both grace and intellect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773
Editor: Widger, David, 1932-2021?
EBook No.: 7539
Published: Aug 29, 2004
Downloads: 128
Language: English
Subject: Quotations
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.