Letters to His Son, 1750

Philip Dormer Stanhope, the 4th Earl of Chesterfield, was a prominent British statesman and man of letters in the 18th century. Born on September 22, 1694, Chesterfield was known for his wit, oratory, and accomplished diplomacy; he served as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland and Secretary of State for the Northern Department. He is perhaps best remembered for his 'Letters to His Son on the Art of Becomin...