America.- Sheridan (Thomas) A Complete Dictionary of the English Language, fourth edition with corrections and additions by Rev. John Andrews, text in two columns, ink inscription 'Ethan Allen 1865' to title, browning and staining, some spotting and marginal worming, contemporary sheep, upper cover detached and backstrip detaching, worn, [ESTC W37487], Philadelphia, 1789 § Spring (Gardiner) Essays on the distinguishing traits of Christian character, ink annotations to title, title slightly trimmed at head, toning and spotting, a few tears, one or two with tape repairs, cracking at hinges, contemporary marbled boards, rebacked in cloth, rubbed and scuffed, New York, 1813; and a quantity of others, all Americana and Canadiana, v.s. (qty)
⁂ The first is notable for its focus on pronunciation, making it a key work in the history of English elocution and early phonetics. Sheridan, an Irish actor and elocutionist, aimed to standardise English pronunciation and enhance public speaking.
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