The American Preceptor being a new Selection of Lessons for Reading and Speaking

Caleb Bingham

Published by Printed by Manning and Loring, 1805

About this Item

Printed by Manning and Loring; Boston, 1805. Hardcover. Twenty-third Edition. The American Preceptor is an early American school reader that offers a wide range of short lessons designed to teach reading, speaking, and moral conduct. The book gathers selections from well-known writers along with historical sketches, dialogues, speeches, and moral anecdotes. Its lessons promote virtue, patriotism, education, and proper behavior, reflecting the values of early nineteenth century classrooms. The 1805 edition includes material on family duty, national identity, Native American history, classical themes, and practical advice for young learners, all arranged to support clear reading and effective public speaking. An Acceptable, very worn book but binding still holding together, cracked rear hinge, frayed spine, few signs of bookworm damage, age toned text block with scattered foxing and water staining throughout but text still legible, spine lean, rubbing along board edges, worn board corners, previous owner handwritten ink name top title page, without Dust wrapper. 16mo[sextodecimo or approx. 4.5 x 7 inches]. 228pp. We pack securely and ship daily with delivery confirmation on every book. The picture on the listing page is of the actual book for sale. Additional Scan(s) are available for any item, please inquire.Please note: Oversized books/sets MAY require additional postage then what is quoted for 2.2lb book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The American Preceptor being a new Selection of Lessons for Reading and Speaking
• Publisher: Printed by Manning and Loring
• Publication Date: 1805
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fair
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