Hair Splitting As A Fine Art: Letters To My Son Herbert

By Herbert Gladstone and William Ewart Gladstone

Book Overview

Hair Splitting As A Fine Art: Letters To My Son Herbert is a book written by W. E. Gladstone, a British statesman and four-time Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The book is a collection of letters written by Gladstone to his son Herbert, offering advice on various topics related to politics, religion, philosophy, and literature. The letters are written in a conversational style and are filled with anecdotes and personal experiences. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the life and work of Gladstone, as well as for those interested in the art of letter writing and the art of argumentation. The title of the book refers to Gladstone's belief that the ability to split hairs and make fine distinctions is a valuable skill in any field of study or endeavor. Overall, Hair Splitting As A Fine Art is a fascinating and insightful read that offers a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential figures in British history.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: 1163229369
• ISBN13: 9781163229361
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"