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An introduction to the English tongue: being a spelling book. In two parts. The first, consisting of tables of words from one to seven syllables, disposed in a natural and easy Order, for Children to learn to Spell by; being Accented to prevent false Pronunciation. The second, being observations on the sounds of letters, consonants, vowels, and diphthongs: Directions for the true dividing of Syllables; the Use of Capital. Letters, Stops, Marks, and various other useful Tables, for the Use of those who have attain'd to a riper Judgment. For the use of schools. By N. Bailey, .
Bailey, N. (Nathan), -1742.Date: M.DCC.XXVI. [1726]- Books
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A most easy guide to reading and spelling English, for the use of schools. In two parts. Part I. Begins with the first Principles of the Language, and gradually proceeds from Things simple to those which are more difficult and complex. Part II. Contains the general Rules for Dividing Words into Syllables, together with a number of their respective Examples: Also several Classes of undivided Words, and general Rules for finding out the Accent. With a Preface Comprehending the Substance of the Book in a more orderly and particular Manner. By John Sharp, M.A. Teacher of the Free English School of Berwick upon Tweed.
Sharp, John, Teacher of the Free English School of Berwick upon Tweed.Date: 1781- Books
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[A pretty book for children: or, an easy guide to the English tongue ... ]
Date: 1761]- Books
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An introduction to the English tongue: being a spelling book. In two parts. The first, consisting of tables of words from one to seven syllables, disposed in a natural and easy Order, for Children to learn to Spell by; being Accented to prevent false Pronunciation. The second, being observations on the sounds of letters, consonants, vowels, and diphthongs: Directions for the true dividing of Syllables; the Use of Capital Letters, Stops, Marks, and various other use of Tables, for the Use of those who have attain'd to a riper Judgment. The second edition, corrected, and very much improv'd; particularly, with the addition of several fables, each adorned with a cut curiously engraved upon copper, for the entertainment and instruction of youth. By N. Bailey,
Bailey, N. (Nathan), -1742.Date: 1733- Books
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Lessons for children historical and practical; To which are added, some prayers, and the Chief Rules for Spelling and dividing Words into Syllables; designed to bring them to read well and distinctly in a shorter Time than is usual. Drawn up for the Use of a Charity School in the Country.
Date: 1725