New-England Primer, Improved
Item #74442
(PRIMER). The New-England Primer, Improved; or, an Easy and Pleasant Guide to the Art of Reading. To which is Added, the Assembly's Catechism. Newark: Benjamin Olds, 1821. 32 leaves. Illus. Orig. printed wrappers. 16mo. Very old waterstain to outer margin of first few leaves, spine largely abraded, else very good. Heartman 334. Later edition of the often revised and updated first school book printed in the American colonies, first published circa 1690. A combination speller, reader, and religious catechism. Illustrated with attractive woodcuts.
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