The Imperial Lexicon of the English Language Exhibiting the Pronounciation, Etymology, and Explanation of Every Word Usually Employed in Science, Literature, and Art.
by Boag, Rev. John
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- Paperback
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Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
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About This Item
Edinburgh: A. Fullarton & Co. [no date]. (Half leather) 756, 742 Plus. Good. Leather spine and corners. Raised bands and gilt lettering on faded and chipped spine with tears. Very worn on covers, a well loved item, indeed! Two large volumes with 45-50 plates (two loose) at rear of each volume. Cover separated and reattached on Volume 1. Interior is surpisingly clean and tight. Expect extra shipping..
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- Spafford Books (CA)
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- Title
- The Imperial Lexicon of the English Language Exhibiting the Pronounciation, Etymology, and Explanation of Every Word Usually Employed in Science, Literature, and Art.
- Author
- Boag, Rev. John
- Format/Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Publisher
- A. Fullarton & Co.
- Place of Publication
- Edinburgh
- Keywords
- Linguistics, Linguistics
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- Writing;
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