Dialogues On The Uses Of Foreign Travel

''Dialogues On The Uses Of Foreign Travel'' is a book written by Richard Hurd in 1764. The book is written in the form of a dialogue between Lord Shaftesbury and Mr. Lock, two English gentlemen discussing the value of foreign travel as part of an English gentleman’s education. The book explores the benefits of travel, such as gaining a broader perspective on the world, learning about different cultures and languages, and improving one’s social skills. The two characters debate the merits of travel and discuss the best ways to approach it, including the importance of learning the language of the country being visited. The book offers insights into the attitudes and beliefs of the English aristocracy during the 18th century and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of travel and education during that time period. Overall, ''Dialogues On The Uses Of Foreign Travel'' is an engaging and educational read for anyone interested in history, travel, or the development of the English gentleman.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.