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Lifetime: 1694 - 1773 Passed: ≈ 251 years ago

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Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield

Books by Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield

Letters to His Son on the Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman Cover image

Letters to His Son on the Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman

History Non-Fiction Essays Biography
Etiquette Ambition Social Status Manners Gentleman Conduct Illegitimate child Aristocratic education Man of the World High statesmanship

This book is a collection of letters written by Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield, to his illegitimate son, Philip Stanhope. The letters are full of advice on how to become a successful and respected man in society. Chesterfield emphasizes th...