Letters to His Son, 1759-65

In "Letters to His Son, 1759-65," Philip Dormer Stanhope, the Earl of Chesterfield, presents a fascinating collection of correspondence directed to his illegitimate son, exploring the intricacies of gentlemanly conduct, social etiquette, and the nuances of 18th-century British aristocracy. The letters are imbued with wit and a conversational tone that reveals Chesterfield's deep understanding of h...