A Cheap and Concise Dictionary of the Ojibway and English Languages Compiled for the use of the Ojibway Indians, in Two Parts (2 Volumes)

Ojibwa Dictionary

Published by International Colportage Mission, Toronto, Ontario & Rochester, N.Y., 1907

About this Item

(from the preface) This two part dictionary was "prepared by the International Colportage Mission for the benefit of the Ojibway Indians, designed to assist them in acquiring a better understanding of the English language and the Holy Scriptures". Compiled and abridged from larger editions by English and French authors. Both volumes in 16mo size. Part I. English and Ojibway. 1903. Stated '6th edition in various forms', in the preface. 115 pgs. printed in double columns. Original soft cover wraps, including covers, bound as a hardcover volume in red cloth. A little old staple rust is evident in the gutters front and back. Part II. Ojibway and English. 1907. Stated '7th edition in various forms', in the preface.177 pgs. printed in double columns. Original soft cover wraps, including covers, also rebound as a hardcover volume in brown cloth with similar marks where the old staples were removed. Both volumes tightly bound with matching endpapers. Other photos available if requested. Inquiries welcome.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Cheap and Concise Dictionary of the Ojibway and English Languages Compiled for the use of the Ojibway Indians, in Two Parts (2 Volumes)
• Publisher: International Colportage Mission, Toronto, Ontario & Rochester, N.Y.
• Publication Date: 1907
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: Later Printing
• Condition: Near Fine
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