Leaf from a Guide to Tounges by John Minsheu, 1617
Scope and Contents
This leaf is from a Guide to "Tounges by John Minsheu", and is said to be the first Comparative Linguistic Dictionary, brought out in England and apparently the first book ever sold by subscription in advance. This dictionary is compiled of eleven languages. It was printed at the charges of the author for John Browne, "Bibliopola", ie, Bookseller, London, 1617. The recto side of this leaflet is page 21; the verso side is page 22.
Dates
- created: 1617
Conditions Governing Access
WMU Special Collections. Non-circulating. Contact department for access.
Extent
From the Collection: 4 boxes
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Dimensions
10 x 15.4 in. (25.4 x 39 cm)
Repository Details
Part of the Western Michigan University Special Collections Repository
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