Letters On Self Education With Hints On Style, And Dialogues On Political Economy (1861)

By Thomas de Quincey

Book Overview

Letters on Self Education with Hints on Style, and Dialogues on Political Economy is a book written by Thomas De Quincey and first published in 1861. The book is a collection of letters and dialogues that provide guidance on self-education, style, and political economy. In the first part of the book, De Quincey offers advice on how to educate oneself, emphasizing the importance of reading widely and critically. He also provides tips on how to improve one's writing style, including the use of metaphors and the avoidance of clich�����s. The second part of the book consists of dialogues on political economy, in which De Quincey discusses various economic theories and their practical applications. He explores topics such as the division of labor, the role of government in the economy, and the value of money. Throughout the book, De Quincey's writing is characterized by his erudition and wit, making the text both informative and entertaining. Letters on Self Education with Hints on Style, and Dialogues on Political Economy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in self-improvement, writing, or economics, and provides insight into the mind of one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166625168
• ISBN13: 9781166625160
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 590 Pages
• Weight: 1.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"