The preceptor containing a general course of education. Wherein the first principles of polite learning are laid down in a way most suitable for trying the genius, and advancing the instruction of youth. In twelve parts. Viz. I. On Reading, Speaking, and Writing Letters. II. On Geometry. III. On Geography and Astronomy. IV. On Chronology and History. V. On Rhetoric and Poetry. VI. On Drawing. Vii. On Logic. Viii. On Natural History. IX. On Ethics, or Morality. X. On Trade and Commerce. XI. On Laws and Government. XII. On Human Life and Manners. Illustrated with Maps and useful Cuts
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| Language: | English |
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Dublin
printed by George Faulkner, in Essex-Street
1749, MDCCXLIX. [1749]
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| Collection: | Eighteenth Century Collections Online / ECCO - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
| Item Description: | Compiled by Robert Dodsley. - English Short Title Catalog, N20380. - Reproduction of original from Bodleian Library (Oxford). - The preface and 'The vision of Theodore, the hermit of Teneriffe' are by Samuel Johnson |
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| Physical Description: | Online-Ressource (2v.,plates) maps 8° |