The Universal Pronouncing Dictionary General Expositor of the English Language by Wright Thomas (5 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. First. The Universal Pronouncing Dictionary, and General Expositor of the English Language : Being a Complete Literary, Classical Scientific, Biographical, Geographical, and Technological Standard; Embodying, in a Condensed and Common-Sense Form, the Signification of all the Terms used in the Langauge, the Derivation of Each Word and Familiar Explanations of the Manner in which it is Pronounced. Compiled by Competent Persons in the Different Branches of Literature and Science, under the direction of Thomas Wright, Esq., M.A., F.S.A., &c. Embellished with Portraits of Celebrated Persons, Views of Places, and a Series of Beautifully Engraved Maps; forming a Complete Atlas of the World. 5 VOLUME SET PUBLISHED IN 25 PARTS, each bound in green blind-stamped cloth with gilt lion & unicorn crest to both boards and (slightly faded) gilt lettering to spine. The text of each part is unopened and the whole is in excellent condition. Each part is preceded by portraits, prints or maps, the maps being drawn and engraved by J Rapkin and published by J & F Tallis; the maps all have central folds, but are bound in with linen to minimise the fold. Part 1: composite portrait of Johnson, Sheridan, Rees, Walker & Crabbe, illustration 'the Study' by Hablot Browne, maps of Europe, North America, England & Wale, Ireland, France, Spain & Portugal. Part 2: Maps of Northern Italy, Southern Italy, South America, Northern India, Germany, United States. Part 3: composite portrait of Eldon, Brougham, Cottenham, Lyndhurst, Loughborough; maps of China & Birmah, Sweden & Norway, Asia, Aftica, Switzerland. Part 4: Maps of British Isles, Belgium, Southern India, Scotland, Greece, Australia. Part 5: composite portrait of Sir Littler, Sir R Sale, Lord Hardinge, Lord Gough, Sir H Smith. Maps of Egypt, Russia in Europe, Prussia, Denmark, Syria. Part 6: composite portrait of Dr Arnold, Rd Arne, Handel, Sir H Bishop, Purcell; maps of Austria, British America, Western Canada, Eastern Canada & New Brunswick, the Western Hemisphere. Part 7: composite portrait of Sir T Lawrence, Benjamin West, Reynolds, Sir D Wilkie, Sir M A Shee, portrait of Viscount Exmouth; maps of the Eastern Hemisphere, Cabool, Punjab & Beloochistan, Mexico & California & Texas, Newfoundland & Nova Scotia. Part 8: composite portrait of Sir Thomas Hardy, Easr Dundonald, Sir Christopher Napier, Sir Edward Codrington, Sir William Sidney Smith; maps of Turkey in Europe, Turnkey in Asia, Arabia, Independent Tartary, Malay Archipelago. Part 9: composite portrait os Sir Walter Scott, Moore, Lord Byron, Burns, Campbell; portrait of Charles James Fox; maps of Russia in Asia, Holland, Persia, Palestine. Part 10: composite portrait of early Kings of England from coins, portrait of Sir Robert Peel; maps of Japan & Corea, Palestine, Asia Minor, West Indies. Part 11: composite portraits of Kings & Queens of England x 3; maps of New South Wales, Falkland Islands, Van Diemen's Island. Part 12: composite portrait of early Kings from coins x 2, composite portrait Kings; maps of Channel Islands, Part of Southen Australia, New Zealand. Part 13; portraits of Mozart, John Wycliffe, Milton; maps of West Australia, British Possessions in the Mediterranean, Hungary. Part 14; group portrait of Luther, Melancthon, Pomeranus & Cruciger, portrait of Bishop Latimer, Sir Thomas Gresham; maps of Cape Colony, Natal & Kaffraria, Brazil. Part 15; portraits of Gellert, Goethe, Lessing; maps of Chili & La Plata, West Africa, Jamaica. Part 16; portraits of Bach, Fairfax, Weber; maps of N Africa, Thibet, Mongola & Mandchouria, Polynesia. Part 17; portrais of Gevartius, Schiller, David; maps of British Guyana, Victoria, Islands of the Indian Ocean. Part 18; Portrairs of Wellington, Rubens, John Knox; maps of Ceylon, Overland Route to India, Peru & Bolivia. Part 19; portrais of Newton, John Locke, Cromwell; maps of British India, Venezuela, New Granada, Equador & the Guayanas, Panama. Part 20; portrais of Scott, Matthew Parker; prints of the Cath.

Five volumes. 4to. Contemporary tan half calf over marbled boards, spines with raised bands, gilt lettered direct to two panels. Engraved title page, 52 portraits, 13 topographical views plus 79 double pages maps and a town plan with decorative borders designed and engraved by J. Rapkin. Some light wear to the bindings, generally very good. The maps used in this publication essentially correspond with those illustrating John Tallis' "Illustrated Atlas" of 1851.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1856. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Vol:- Volume v.24, Pages:- 220, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. Volume v.24 220.

LeatheBound. Condition: New. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1856 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 1054 Language: English Volume v. 4 (N-Q) Pages: 1054 Volume v. 4 (N-Q).

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1856. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Vol:- Volume v. 4 (N-Q), Pages:- 1054, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. Volume v. 4 (N-Q) 1054.