A wide selection of classical and French authors is represented, including Voltaire and Rousseau. The first two volumes contain general lessons on virtues, moral philosophy, and manners; the third volume covers social classes and the responsilibities of their members, and proceeds to a discussion of political offices and functions. The final two volumes are addressed specifically to “princes,” and contain moral and political lessons appropriate to them, including “de l’importance de la religion pour un État;” “de la politesse,” and “de la consideration publique.”