A dictionary of the English language : in which the words are deduced from their originals, and illustrated in their different significations by examples from the best writers : to which are prefixed, a history of the English language, and an English grammar /
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Harlow :
Longman,
1990.
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| Edition: | Facsimile ed. |
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| Item Description: | Reprint. Originally published: London : J. and P. Knapton, T. and T. Longman, C. Hitch and L. Hawes, A. Millar, and R. and J. Dodsley, 1755. Accompanied by two booklets: [booklet 1] The plan of A dictionary of the English language / by Samuel Johnson. 34 pages ; [booklet 2] The genesis of Johnson's Dictionary / by J.D. Fleeman and The lexicographic achievement of Johnson / by Brian O'Kill. 16 pages. The Cushing Library/Lit./Mitchell copy is wanting the dictionary. The Cushing Library/Lit./Mitchell copy contains a publisher's advertisement. |
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| Physical Description: | 2 volumes : facsimiles ; 39 cm. + 2 booklets. |
| ISBN: | 0582073804 : 9780582073807 |