Publisher's Synopsis
Excerpt from First Book of the Fine and Useful Arts, for the Use of Schools and Lyceums
The present volume is offered to the public, under the impression that a work of the kind is wanted. Lt is intended to combine in itself perspicuity and cheapness; and to contain the leading facts in relation to those arts which adorn human life, and which contribute to the comfort and happiness of mankind. The facts presented have been carefully selected from recent approved Wdrsks, or have been obtained from practical artists. They have been con densed as much as possible, in order that they may come within the pecuniary reach of all. Questions have been placed at the end'of each article, under the impression that they will assist in directing the attention of the student to the. Most important facts.
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