[Miniature Dictionary]

The Smallest English Dictionary in the World. Comprising: besides the Ordinary and Newest Words in the Language, Short Explanations of a Large Number of Scientific, Philosophical, Literary and Technical Terms

Glasgow, David Bryce & Son, [circa 1890s].

A miniature book (27 × 19 mm), 384 pages with a frontispiece portrait of Samuel Johnson.

Gilt-lettered limp leather; covers a little rubbed; occasional creases and marks internally; a very good copy in the original locket case (somewhat tarnished).

A miniature dictionary, housed in the original pressed metal locket with a magnifying glass set into the lid. The case is lettered 'A Midget-Book with Magnifying Glass' on both sides.

Bondy, pages 106-107; Spielmann 464.

Item #146012

Price (AUD): $400.00
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