“When you have found out the prevailing passion of any man, remember never to trust him where that passion is concerned.”
Quote by Lord Chesterfield
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Lord Chesterfield's Letters
Lord Chesterfield's Letters is a compilation of the correspondence between the 4th Earl of Chesterfield and his son. These letters provide a unique glimpse into the social and political landscape of 18th-century England, as well as the personal wisdom and advice that Lord Chesterfield imparted to his son. more
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Lord Chesterfield
British statesman known for his epistolary works, which had a profound impact on 18th-century British society. more
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