Letters to His Son, 1746-1747: On the Fine Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman

Written by Lord Chesterfield

Narrated by David Thorn

The first set of an extraordinary collection of 10 sets of personal letters written by Lord Chesterfield to his illegitimate son, young Philip Stanhope, then living abroad with his tutor to further his education.

His Lordship, later secretary of state, hoped that his son would follow in his footsteps and took endless pains to instruct him on the essential and finer behavioral traits of the aristocracy.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Alcazar Audio Works
• Release date: Jan 1, 2004
• ISBN: 9780984349036

Reviews for Letters to His Son, 1746-1747

[Prometheus Worley · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A marvelous instructional treatise, from father to son, on the attributes of gentlemanly behavior. Though penned in the 18th century, this prescriptive advisement on proper manners and genteel behavior is still relevant today. Many young as well as older men would benefit enormously from just a drop of the well-spring of wisdom Lord Chesterfield shares with his son. This is a title i'd highly recommend giving a listen to..

[carterchristian1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I have been thinking abour writing a series of advice letters to grandchildren,great grandchildren.....daughters will not pay any attention, but might read them after I am dead.....and Chseterfirld is RIGHT ON...and the topics ever timeley...chosing asouse, debt (do not gamble....thiis he will no subsidize, suggestings on reading the classices...looking for mentors both men and women, accepting advice....a very modern. Terrific book, even for today.