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.

Dodsley, J. (Samuel Johnson - contributor)

Published by R. & J. Dodsley, Tully's Head in Pall Mall, 1763

About this Item

Fourth edition. Two volumes, octavo, pp l, 5 - 466; 560. very clean and firm internally, with 28 folding engraved plates, two engraved frontispieces, six folding maps partially coloured, contemporary full polished calf, very slightly worn, the spines slightly creased, orange and green title labels. Volume II is lacking a small piece at the spine head and has a little damage to its rear cover. Apparently the preface, on the importance of education, was written by Samuel Johnson. [With the scarce Royal Licence page before the first title page.].

Seller Inventory # 023204

Bibliographic Details

• Title: 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.
• Publisher: R. & J. Dodsley, Tully's Head in Pall Mall
• Publication Date: 1763
• Binding: Full Leather
• Edition: Fourth edition.
• Condition: Good
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