The Smallest English Dictionary in the World. Comprising: besides the Ordinary and Newest Words in the Language, Short Explanations of a Large Number of Scientific, Philosophical, Literary and Technical Terms

[Miniature Dictionary]

Published by David Bryce & Son, Glasgow, 1890

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Glasgow, David Bryce & Son, [circa 1890s]. A miniature book (27 × 19 mm), 384 pages with a frontispiece portrait of Samuel Johnson. Gilt-lettered limp leather; covers a little rubbed; occasional creases and marks internally; a very good copy in the original locket case (somewhat tarnished). A miniature dictionary, housed in the original pressed metal locket with a magnifying glass set into the lid. The case is lettered 'A Midget-Book with Magnifying Glass' on both sides. Bondy, pages 106-107; Spielmann 464.

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Title
The Smallest English Dictionary in the World. Comprising: besides the Ordinary and Newest Words in the Language, Short Explanations of a Large Number of Scientific, Philosophical, Literary and Technical Terms
Author
[Miniature Dictionary]
Publisher
David Bryce & Son, Glasgow
Publication year
1890
Condition
Very Good
Binding
Hardcover
Edition
First Edition.
Item weight
0.01 kilograms

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