A General Dictionary of the English Language. One Main Object of Which, is , to Establish a Plain and Permanent Standard of Pronunciation. To Which is Prefixed a Thetorical Grammar,

Sheridan, Thomas

Published by Printed for J. Dodsley, London, England, 1780

About this Item

Two volumes; 3/4 leather modern binding. I: [16], unnumbered pages (A through knuckled). II: unnumbered pages.(Lab through zotomy). Thomas Sheridan (1719-1788) was a Irish stage actor, an educator, and a major proponent of the 'elocution' movement. This dictionary, known as the 'Respelled Dictionary' was his major publication. Handsome two volume set. Seller Inventory # 12294

Bibliographic Details

Title: A General Dictionary of the English Language...

Publisher: Printed for J. Dodsley, London, England

Publication Date: 1780

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Collectible-Very Good

Edition: First Edition