The popularity of letter writing during the 1700's resulted in collections of correspondence that have become an important part of English literary tradition. Lord Chesterfield wrote letters every day for more than 30 years.
p.555 from Letters to his Son
Read the poem. 1. What is your reaction to Chesterfield?
2. What attitudes and behavior seem to be the most important to Chesterfield? Write a paragraph giving examples from text and showing examples of parallelism. Support Chesterfield's relationship with his son. Support your ideas with evidence for the letter.
p. 559 Letter to her Daughter
Read Lady Mary Wortley Montagu's letter. 1.What generalizations can you make about 18th century views of education and marriage based on Lady Montagu's observations. 2.What is the tone of this letter?
3. Write a letter to your child giving advice about the future. If you do not have a child, write one for your future child.
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