Shelfmark
Ic5.2.12
Author
Porny Mr.
Title
The practical French grammar, containing plain and concise rules for the true pronunciation of the French language. An accurate Analysis of the Parts of Speech, &c. A copious Vocabulary disposed under proper Heads. Phrases that occur most frequently in Discourse. Various Expressions serving to display common Idioms in both Languages. Dialogues upon familiar, entertaining, and instructive Subjects. A Collection of judicious Sayings, smart Repartees, entertaining Stories, &c. The Whole laid down in a Manner so clear and methodical, as to render the Study and Attainment of the French Language easy to any Capacity. By Mr. Porny, French-Master at Eton-College.
Edition
The eighth edition, corrected.
Publication, distribution, etc.
London ; printed for G. G. and J. Robinson, in Paternoster-row; and F. Wingrave, in the Strand., M.DCC.XCV. [1795]
Note
Mr. Porny = Antoine Pyron du Martre.
Citation/references note
ESTC, N12329
Citation/references note
Alston, XII 412
Provenance
Armorial bookplate of Eton College Library with ms. inscription: "Presented 1985 by B.J.W. Hill, Esq.".
Provenance
Ms. inscription on front flyleaf verso: "Robert Torrens 25 College".
Provenance
Ms. inscription on front flyleaf: "Robert + Torrens Saragossa a Naples soap African wash ball and Muscovite white wolves".
Binding
18th century brown sheep binding; five raised bands; cord sewing supports; endbands;
Copy-specific note
Ms. inscription on rear endpaper: "Observations on french language by Thomas ?Clark".
Subject
French language Grammar Early works to 1800.
Added entry--name
Wingrave, F. (Francis) bookseller.
Added entry--name
Added entry--place
England London.
Identifier
B39154