An American dictionary of the English language; containing the whole vocabulary of the first edition in two volumes quarto; the entire corrections and improvements of the second edition in two volumes royal octavo; to which is prefixed and introductory dissertation on the origin, history, and connection of the languages ... Revised and enlarged by Chauncey A. Goodrich
by Webster, Noah
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About This Item
Springfield: George & Charles Merriam, 1848. First edition of the first Merriam-Webster dictionary; thick 4to, pp. lxxxiv, 1367; engraved frontispiece portrait after Samuel F. B. Morse (slightly offset onto title page); full original sheep, gilt lettered direct on spine; some rubbing and wear, but sound.
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- Rulon-Miller Books (US)
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- 31188
- Title
- An American dictionary of the English language; containing the whole vocabulary of the first edition in two volumes quarto; the entire corrections and improvements of the second edition in two volumes royal octavo; to which is prefixed and introductory dissertation on the origin, history, and connection of the languages ... Revised and enlarged by Chauncey A. Goodrich
- Author
- Webster, Noah
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Publisher
- George & Charles Merriam
- Place of Publication
- Springfield
- Date Published
- 1848
- Keywords
- Webster , Usage , Reference , History
- Note
- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
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