A dictionary of the English Language, with an alphabetical account of the heathen deities and a list of the cities, towns, boroughs, and remarkable villages in England and Wales. To which is prefixed a comprehensive view of English grammar ... The fifth edition, with considerable additions and improvements
- London: printed for W. Peacock. And sold by all booksellers, stationers, &c, 1797
London: printed for W. Peacock. And sold by all booksellers, stationers, &c, 1797. 12mo, pp. xxx, [260]; [pi] a-b⁶ c² B-Y⁶ Z⁴; lexicon in double column; contemporary full tree calf, gilt-decorated spine, red morocco label; a nice copy, excellently rebacked with old spine laid down. Bookplate of John Perrott Noel (1765-1806), Major of the Worcestershire Regiment of Militia of Bell Hall. An anonymous work (the Preface is signed 'J.'), first published as 'A general and complete dictionary of the English language' in 1785. This is the last of the 18th century editions. There were at least three 19th century editions, the last being in 1818. The grammar was separately published in 1794. Alston V, 334.
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A dictionary of the English Language, with an alphabetical account of the heathen deities and a list of the cities, towns, boroughs, and remarkable villages in England and Wales. To which is prefixed a comprehensive view of English grammar ... The fifth edition, with considerable additions and improvements
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printed for W. Peacock. And sold by all booksellers, stationers, &c: London
Date
1797