Description: 1836/1st ed/On the Mental Illumination and Moral Improvement of Mankind/Thomas Dick/an inquiry into the means by which a general diffusion of knowledge and moral principle may be promoted, illustrated with engravings Publisher: Robinson, Pratt & Co, New York 1836 Hardcover: 462pp; 1st American edition; illustrated Condition: ex-library; original blind stamped light brown cloth binding; gilt lettering on spine; slight wear at spine ends, corner and edges; front hinge starting; very faint tanning and sporadic light foxing throughout; sound square binding; unmarked internals Author explains basic principles of mathematics, physiology, logic, astronomy, use of a siphon, the importance of cleanliness, etc, etc; points out defective modes of education and gives better ways to teach, etc; outlines different types of schools for different age groups. Dick (1774 - 1857), who was almost entirely self-taught, gained a large popular following for his philosophical and scientific treatises. His works went through many editions, and he was granted an honorary LL. D. from Union College, New Jersey Measures: 7 3/4” x 4 3/4” x 1 1/4”; weighs 1lb 1oz; online for $90 in similar condition The book will be wrapped carefully for shipping and sent promptly after payment is confirmed.
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Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: New York
Language: English
Special Attributes: 1st American edition, Ex-Library, Illustrated
Author: Thomas Dick
Publisher: Robinson, Pratt & Co
Topic: Psychology
Subject: morality
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1836
