The practical French grammar, containing plain and concise rules for the true pronunciation of the French language. An accurate Analysis of the Parts of Speech, &c. A copious Vocabulary disposed under proper Heads. Phrases that occur most frequently in Discourse. Phrases adapted, as Examples, to point out several English and French Idioms. Dialogues upon familiar, entertaining, and instructive Subjects. A Collection of judicious Sayings, smart Repartees, entertaining Stories, &c. The whole laid down in a Manner so clear and methodical as to render the Study and Attainment of the French Language easy to any Capacity. By Mr. Porny, French-Master at Eton-College.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Porny, Mr.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

French language--Terms and phrases--Early works to 1800.

French language.

French language--Grammar--1500-1799--Early works to 1800.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (viii,335,[1]p., [2] leaves of plates ) maps (metalcuts) ;

Edition:

The fourth edition, corrected.

Other Title:

Practical French grammar,

Place of Publication:

London : printed for C. Nourse, in the Strand; and G. Robinson, in Paternoster-Row, MDCCLXXXIII. [1783]

Notes:

Mr. Porny = Antoine Pyron du Martre.

Reproduction of original from Cambridge University Library.

Cited in:

English Short Title Catalog, T174065.

OCLC:

642490573