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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.

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Added entry--place

England London.

Identifier

B39154
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