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The new universal primer, or, An easy book, suited to the tender capacities of children : authorised by His Majesty King George to be used throughout Great-Britain and Ireland
The new universal primer, or, An easy book, suited to the tender capacities of children : authorised by His Majesty King George to be used throughout Great-Britain and Ireland
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The new universal primer, or, An easy book, suited to the tender capacities of children : authorised by His Majesty King George to be used throughout Great-Britain and Ireland

Date1790
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Alternate Title
Easy book, suited to the tender capacities of children, or New universal primer and or Universal primer for children
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The new universal primer, or, An easy book, suited to the tender capacities of children : authorised by His Majesty King George to be used throughout Great-Britain and Ireland. ''Adorned with cuts''--t.p. Signatures: A-E8 (first and last leaves are blank pastedowns). Undated. BLC gives [1800?], but must be earlier due to date of printer's death. May be placed in the reign of George III (1760-1820).
Medium
Dimensions73 pages
Language
CollectionOsborne Collection of Early Children's Books
Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)
Call Number / Accession Number37131009546243D
Dewey Number1921540
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