Letters to His Son, 1766-71
On the Fine Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a GentlemanBy Philip Dormer Stanhope Earl of Chesterfield
Length1h 19m
About this audiobook
In "Letters to His Son, 1766-71," Philip Dormer Stanhope, the Earl of Chesterfield, offers a remarkable compendium of advice and reflections directed to his illegitimate son, reflecting a distinct blend of wit and profundity. This collection is characterized by its epistolary format, mirroring a conversational style that engages the reader while exploring themes such as education, manners, and the intricacies of social conduct in 18th-century British society. Chesterfield's prose is imbued with a didactic tone, revealing a commitment to molding his son's character amidst the expectations of the aristocracy, thus rendering this work a seminal text in the tradition of letter writing as a means of personal and moral instruction. Chesterfield himself, born into the British nobility and raised in a world of privilege, faced the complexities of his own upbringing, which likely informed his parental philosophy. His experiences navigating the corridors of power, diplomacy, and societal norms position him uniquely as a mentor who understood the delicate balance between personal integrity and social savvy. Chesterfield's life was marked by his ambition for his son to achieve success that transcended mere wealth and status, highlighting the enduring struggle between personal aspiration and familial duty. Readers interested in the art of letter writing, as well as those seeking insights into 18th-century social mores, will find "Letters to His Son" a poignant and instructive read. Chesterfield's letters transcend their historical context, resonating with anyone seeking guidance on the timeless virtues of eloquence, sophistication, and moral acumen, making it a valuable addition to both literary and educational collections.
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GenreSelf-Help
Length1 hr 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1LETTER CCLXXXIV
20LETTER CCCIII
2LETTER CCLXXXV
21LETTER CCCIV
3LETTER CCLXXXVI
22LETTER CC
4LETTER CCLXXXVII
23LETTER CCCVI
5LETTER CCLXXXVIII
24LETTER CCCVII
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6LETTER CCLXXXIX
25LETTER CCCVIII
7LETTER CCXC
26LETTER CCCIX
8LETTER CCXCI
27LETTER CCCX
9LETTER CCXCII
28LETTER CCCXI
10LETTER CCXCIII
29LETTER CCCXII
11LETTER CCXCIV
30LETTER CCCXIII
12LETTER CCXCV
31LETTER CCCXIV
13LETTER CCXCVI
32LETTER CCCXV
14LETTER CCXCVII
33LETTER CCCXVI
15LETTER CCXCVIII
34LETTER CCCXVII
16LETTER CCXCIX
35LETTER CCCXVIII
17LETTER CCC
36LETTER CCCXIX
18LETTER CCCI
37LETTER CCCXX
19LETTER CCCII
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