English Spelling Book - Softcover
William Mavors very successful Progressive Series of Easy and Familiar Lessons was first published in 1801 and this edition, illustrated by Kate Greenaway, gave it a new lease of life in 1885. This book is a facsimile of that edition. A far cry from the big, colourful early reading books of today, it has lists of one, two, three and four syllable words, simple stories, and a selection of moral tales, poems and prayers.
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A clergyman and prolific author, William Fordyce Mavor (1758-1837) first published this hugely popular work in 1801. Reissued here is the corrected and improved 1843 edition. Intended to 'sow the seeds of useful learning', it is both a reading primer and a compendium of general knowledge.
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William Fordyce Mavor, LL.D (1758-1837) was a renowned compiler of educational works. Born in Aberdeenshire, he became assistant in an Oxfordshire school and later taught at Woodstock, helping the Duke of Marlborough's children develop their reading and writing skills. He took holy orders in 1781 and was later granted the vicarage of Hurley, Berkshire, which he retained until his death. He also served at the rectory of Stonesfield and at Bladon-with-Woodstock. Mavor was appointed headmaster of Woodstock grammar school and in 1808 elected mayor of Woodstock; he served ten times. He was a successful compiler of educational books, many of which saw numerous editions and The English Spelling Book was especially popular.
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- PublisherWorth Press Ltd
- Publication date2013
- ISBN 10 1849310769
- ISBN 13 9781849310765
- BindingPaperback
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Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. William Mavor's very successful 'Progressive Series of Easy and Familiar Lessons' was first published in 1801 and this edition, illustrated by Kate Greenaway, gave it a new lease of life in 1885. This book is a facsimile of that edition. A far cry from the big, colourful early reading books of today, it has lists of one, two, three and four syllable words, simple stories, and a selection of moral tales, poems and prayers. Seller Inventory # 501592
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