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 Geometry. 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. In Two Volumes.

Format:

Book

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Music--Instruction and study.

Music.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (2v.,plates ) maps ;

Edition:

The second edition, with additions, and improved. ..

Other Title:

Preceptor

Place of Publication:

London : printed for R. Dodsley, at Tully's-Head in Pall-Mall, MDCCLIV. [1754]

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.

With a privilege leaf before titleleaf to vol.1.

Reproduction of original from British Library.

Cited in:

English Short Title Catalog, T79283.

OCLC:

642700602