First Lessons in Geography and Astronomy, with Seven Maps, and a Plate of the Solar System, for the Use of Young Children

Boston: Cummings & Hilliard, 1823. Very good. Rubbed, some short tears. ***N.B. lacking pp. 9-12 (i.e. Lessons I-IV)***. Fourth edition of a book of geography, astronomy, and natural sciences for the use of children in school. Divided into over forty "Lessons", each topic is accompanied by a list of practical questions. Includes seven engraved maps, one of each of the continents. Square 12mo (5.75" by 5.25"), pp. viii, 13-82, with engraved maps. Sewn in original illustrated wrappers, sometime reinforced with further sewing. (Inventory #: 21000926)