Practical Morality, Or a Guide to Men and Manners

Chesterfield Ear, Philip Dormer Stanhope; Blair, Hugh; Fordyce, James

ISBN 10: 110436641X / ISBN 13: 9781104366414

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2009

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Print on Demand pp. 288.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Practical Morality, Or a Guide to Men and Manners
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 110436641X
• ISBN 13: 9781104366414
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Practical Morality, Or A Guide To Men And Manners: Consisting Of Lord Chesterfield�������s Advice To His Son (1841) is a book written by Philip Dormer Stanhope, the 4th Earl of Chesterfield. The book is a collection of letters that Chesterfield wrote to his son, offering advice on how to navigate the social and political world of 18th century England. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including etiquette, conversation, dress, and personal relationships. Chesterfield's advice is practical and grounded in his own experiences as a politician and diplomat. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the world of the English aristocracy in the 18th century, and provides valuable insights into the social mores and values of the time. Despite being written over 200 years ago, the advice contained within Practical Morality is still relevant today, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in etiquette, social behavior, and personal development.Also Authored By William Cecil Burghley, Benjamin Franklin, And Others.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.