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

Imprint

London : printed for J. Dodsley, in Pall-Mall, MDCCLXIX. [1769] The fifth edition, with additions and improvements.; ..

Publication year

1769

ESTC No.

N23347

Grub Street ID

12707

Description

2v.,plates ; 8°.

Note

Compiled by Robert Dodsley

Printed by William Bowyer and John Nichols; their records show 2000 copies printed.