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
Robert Dodsley (Compiler), James Dodsley (Bookseller), R. and J. Dodsley (Bookseller)
Print Book, English, 1758
The third edition, with additions, and improvements View all formats and editions
Printed for R. and J. Dodsley, at Tully's Head in Pall-mall, London, 1758
Early works to 1800
2 volumes : frontispieces, illustrations, folded plates, folded maps, folded diagrams ; 21 cm (8vo)
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V.1. 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
v.2. 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
Compiled by Robert Dodsley, who signed the dedication
The preface and 'The vision of Theodore, the hermit of Teneriffe' are by Samuel Johnson; 'The elements of logic' are by W. Duncan
A collection of miscellaneous writings to which Dr. Johnson furnished the preface. See Allibone