Publisher's Synopsis
Letters Written By Lord Chesterfield To His Son is a collection of letters written by Philip Dormer Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield, to his illegitimate son, Philip Stanhope. The letters were written between 1737 and 1768 and cover a wide range of topics, including education, manners, politics, and love. Lord Chesterfield was a prominent figure in British politics and society during the 18th century, and his letters provide a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural norms of the time. The letters are filled with witty observations and practical advice, and are considered to be one of the most important works of English literature. This edition, published in 1909, includes an introduction by Charles Sayle, a noted literary critic and historian.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.
