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. In twelve parts. Illustrated with Maps and useful Cuts. Viz. I. On Reading, Speaking, and Writing Letters. II. On Arithmetic, Geometry, and Architecture. III. On Geography, and Astronomy. IV. On Chronology and History. V. On Rhetoric and Poetry. VI. On Drawing. Vii. On Logic. Viii. On Natural History. IX. On Ethics, or Morality. X. On Trade and Commerce. XI. On Laws and Government. XII. On Human Life and Manners.
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Preceptor. Vol. 2
Publication/Creation
Dublin : printed by George Faulkner, on the Blind-Quay, MDCCLXV. [1765]
Physical description
[2],558p.,plates ; 80.
Edition
The fourth edition, with additions and improvements. In two volumes. ...
References note
ESTC T226564
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