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.

Format:

Book

Series:

Eighteenth century collections online. Part 1.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Music--Instruction and study.

Music.

Physical Description:

2 volumes, plates : maps ; 8⁰

Edition:

The sixth edition, with additions, and improvements. In two volumes. ...

Place of Publication:

London : printed for J. Dodsley, in Pall-Mall, M.DCC.LXXV. [1775]

System Details:

Mode of access: World Wide Web.

text file

Notes:

Compiled by Robert Dodsley who signs 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.

Electronic reproduction. Farmington Hills, Mich. : Cengage Gale, 2009. Available via the World Wide Web. Access limited by licensing agreements. s2009 miunns

Reproduction of original from British Library.

Cited in:

English Short Title Catalog, T78581.

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.