Two Burlesques of Lord Chesterfield's Letters. by Sidney L. Gulick and William Woty
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| Editor | Gulick, Sidney L. (Sidney Lewis), 1902-1988 |
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| Contributor | Woty, William, 1731?-1791 |
| LoC No. | 60063102 |
| Title |
Two Burlesques of Lord Chesterfield's Letters. The Graces (1774), The Fine Gentleman's Etiquette (1776) |
| Series Title | Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 81 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Two Burlesques of Lord Chesterfield's Letters" by Sidney L. Gulick and William Woty is a literary work composed of two satirical poems, written during the late 18th century. It serves as both a burlesque and a critique of Lord Chesterfield's renowned "Letters to his Son." The book exemplifies a form of comedic literature from its time, blending wit with commentary on social manners and etiquette, aimed primarily at addressing the perceptions and expectations placed on young gentlemen of the period. The first poem, "The Graces," humorously advises Chesterfield’s son to cultivate charm and social grace, suggesting that these traits are as essential as intelligence for success in society. Woty employs exaggerated scenarios to highlight the absurdity of relying solely on social graces, poking fun at the notion that mere appearance can overshadow true merit. The second piece, "The Fine Gentleman’s Etiquette," attributed to an anonymous lady, continues in this spirit, detailing the necessary attributes for gaining favor in the social sphere, all while maintaining a light-hearted tone filled with clever jabs at etiquette conventions. Together, these burlesques reflect the social dynamics of their era, illustrating the theatricality of genteel behavior and the relationships between personal virtues and public perceptions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Chesterfield, Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of, 1694-1773. Letters to his son |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38149 |
| Release Date | Nov 27, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 72 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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