Philip Dormer Stanhope

Dear Boy is the selected correspondence of Lord Chesterfield to his son Philip, which began in 1737 and continued for thirty years. The letters comprise a powerful strategy for success which is as relevant today as it ever was.

Not originally intended for publication, the celebrated and controversial correspondences between Lord Chesterfield and his son Philip, dating from 1737, were praised in their day as a complete manual of education, and despised by Samuel Johnson for teaching "the morals of a whore and the manners of a dancing-master." Reflecting the political craft of a leading statesman and the urbane wit of a man who associated with Pope, Addison, and Swift, Lord Chesterfield's Letters reveal the author's political cynicism, his views on good breeding, and instruction to his son in etiquette and the worldly arts. The only annotated selection of this breadth available in paperback, these entertaining letters illuminate the fascinating aspects of eighteenth-century life and manners.

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The book ""Earl Of Letters To His Son V1"" is a collection of letters written by Philip Dormer Stanhope, the 4th Earl of Chesterfield, to his son. The letters were written between 1737 and 1748, and were intended to provide guidance and advice to his son on various topics such as education, manners, and social skills.The letters are written in a conversational style and cover a wide range of topics, from the importance of reading and writing to the art of conversation and the proper way to dress. The Earl of Chesterfield also provides his son with advice on how to navigate the complex social hierarchy of the time and how to cultivate relationships with important people.Throughout the book, the Earl of Chesterfield emphasizes the importance of self-improvement and personal growth, urging his son to be diligent in his studies and to strive for excellence in all areas of his life. He also emphasizes the importance of being well-rounded and cultured, encouraging his son to explore literature, music, and the arts.Overall, ""Earl Of Letters To His Son V1"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of the 18th century aristocracy, and offers valuable insights into the values and beliefs of one of the era's most influential figures.Volume One of a Two Volume Set. Earl Chesterfield's letters to his son on the fine art of becoming a man of the world and a gentleman. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1419173804.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.

Websters paperbacks take advantage of the fact that classics are frequently assigned readings in English courses. By using a running English-to-French thesaurus at the bottom of each page, this edition of Letters to His Son 1749 by The Earl of Chesterfield was edited for three audiences. The first includes French-speaking students enrolled in an English Language Program (ELP), an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) program, an English as a Second Language Program (ESL), or in a TOEFL or TOEIC preparation program. The second audience includes English-speaking students enrolled in bilingual education programs or French speakers enrolled in English-speaking schools. The third audience consists of students who are actively building their vocabularies in French in order to take foreign service, translation certification, Advanced Placement (AP) or similar examinations. By using the Webster's French Thesaurus Edition when assigned for an English course, the reader can enrich their vocabulary in anticipation of an examination in French or English.TOEFL, TOEIC, AP and Advanced Placement are trademarks of the Educational Testing Service which has neither reviewed nor endorsed this book. All rights reserved.Websters edition of this classic is organized to expose the reader to a maximum number of difficult and potentially ambiguous English words. Rare or idiosyncratic words and expressions are given lower priority compared to difficult, yet commonly used words. Rather than supply a single translation, many words are translated for a variety of meanings in French, allowing readers to better grasp the ambiguity of English, and avoid them using the notes as a pure translation crutch. Having thereader decipher a words meaning within context serves to improve vocabulary retention and understanding. Each page covers words not already highlighted on previous pages. If a

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Lord Chesterfield scrisse per oltre un trentennio lettere al figlio Philip, fin da quando questi era un bambino di cinque anni. Lo scopo di una così lunga e intensa corrispondenza – improntata a una naturalezza «che Rousseau, tutto dedito a fare del suo Émile il frutto della natura, avrebbe bollato come espressione suprema della corruzione di una civiltà» (Fumaroli) – era di trasformare quell’unico erede in un perfetto aristocratico, munito delle doti di cultura, di gusto e di comportamento che il padre riteneva essenziali. E quando il giovane Philip partirà per il grand tour, sarà proprio sul soggiorno a Parigi, tra il 1750 e il 1752, che Lord Chesterfield punterà perché si affinino in lui le qualità che sempre ha cercato di inculcargli. A tale periodo risalgono le lettere qui raccolte: uno strepitoso catalogo di ammonimenti (i locali equivoci, il gioco, le donne di facili costumi...), istruzioni (per esempio sulla valutazione e l’acquisto di importanti opere d’arte del passato), ma soprattutto esortazioni a imitare e far propri gli attributi precipui e irrinunciabili della bienséance. Un’educazione raffinatissima e insieme spregiudicata all’uso di mondo – non esclusa l’arte della seduzione e della galanteria – che non mancò di scandalizzare i puritani e i pedanti. Ne fa fede il laconico commento di Samuel Johnson a proposito delle Lettere: «Insegnano la moralità di una puttana, e le maniere di un maestro di ballo». La prima edizione di queste lettere risale al 1774.

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«Los grandes señores, especialmente los del siglo XVIII, gozan de la fama de ser pésimos padres de familia. Philip Dormer Stanhope, cuarto conde de Chesterfield (1694-1773), el autor de las Cartas que se van a leer, es el prototipo por excelencia del gran señor dieciochesco. Sus costumbres libertinas, el wit que le hacía temible en Londres y ser apreciado por Swift y por Voltaire, se diría que casan mal con el amor paterno y la vocación perseverante del preceptor. Y, sin embargo, fueron precisamente el padre y el preceptor los que prevalecieron, en la fama póstuma de Lord Chesterfield, sobre el hombre de mundo, con su desenvoltura, y sobre el hombre de ingenio. Un año después de su muerte, en 1774, veía la luz la obra que ha hecho de él, quizá a su pesar, un clásico de la literatura inglesa: las cartas que dirige a su hijo Philip desde 1737 [...]. Nunca padre alguno se ha mostrado preceptor tan afectuoso y previsor como este Lord que pasaba por seco y desencantado. Nunca hijo alguno ha sido guiado, seguido, acompañado, adoctrinado, aconsejado, enseñado, reprendido, con más paciente dulzura y vigilancia que este hijo de Lord.» Marc Fumaroli

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A grand English nobleman wrote the text for this. It is printed in large, esay-to-read type with jolly illustrations. The rules are musts for anyone who would be a gentleman or a lady.

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Để Thành Công Trong Cuộc Sống - Thư Gửi Con Trai Của Cha là cuốn sách vô cùng ý nghĩa đúc kết những kinh nghiệm sống, những tri thức quý báu về nền tảng thành công của nhà ngoại giao người Anh nổi tiếng - Bá tước Chesterfield gửi cho con trai mình. Mỗi bức thư chứa đựng một bài học dựa trên những nguyên tắc sống lành mạnh, tích cực.Đây là cuốn sách nổi tiếng, có lịch sử hơn 200 năm, là tác phẩm tràn đầy tính giáo dục về tình cảm, trí tuệ và lễ nghi trong giao tiếp xã hội. 64 bức thư ca ngợi nét đẹp của sự ôn hòa và tính cẩn trọng, là lời giáo dục con trẻ phải biết dũng cảm, quyết đoán và có thái độ lễ phép.Mỗi câu, mỗi từ thể hiện tình cảm chân thành và có ý nghĩa giáo dục sâu sắc, đây là tác phẩm nổi tiếng hướng dẫn chúng ta biết cách làm thế nào để xây dựng các mối quan hệ xã hội và giành được thành công trong cuộc sống.

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The Letters of Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of Chesterfield Volume 2 is a collection of letters written by Philip Dormer Stanhope, an 18th-century British statesman and writer, to his son. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including politics, literature, education, and etiquette. They provide insight into the social and political climate of the time and offer advice on how to navigate society with grace and tact. The letters are written in a conversational style and are filled with wit and wisdom. This volume is the second in a series of collections of Chesterfield's letters and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of this influential figure.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.

The Earl of Philip Dormer Stanhope Chesterfield's collection of writings "Letters, Sentences and Maxims" contains ageless wisdom, perceptive insights, and helpful guidance on a variety of life topics, personal growth, and social behavior. In these papers, Chesterfield expresses his opinions on a variety of subjects, including politics, friendship, education, and self-improvement. Chesterfield gives insightful knowledge and provides advice on handling society's problems with elegance and clarity. Chesterfield stresses the value of developing one's character, honing one's social abilities, and aiming for perfection in all pursuits in his letters, phrases, and maxims. Drawing on his own experiences and insights, he offers readers useful guidance on successful communication, leadership, and personal development. Both a historical relic and a timeless source of knowledge, "Letters, Sentences and Maxims" works as both. Readers are still moved by Earl Chesterfield's elegant words and astute observations, which prompt them to analyze their own lives and think about how they might improve their relationships with others and themselves.