[List No. 1.]APPROVED BOOKS FOR SCHOOLSAND FAMILIES.
[List No. 1.]
APPROVED BOOKS FOR SCHOOLSAND FAMILIES.
Those to which a * is prefixed, are published under the Direction of the Committee of General Literature and Education of the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge.
* ENGLISH GRAMMAR. By theRev. Dr. RUSSELL, late Head Master of Charter-House School. 1s.6d.
No language can be more simple and intelligible than that in which the Rules of this Grammar are expressed. The construction of Sentences, and the force of the Prepositions and Conjunctions, are illustrated by examples. Emphasis is treated very perspicuously; and the Grammar closes with most useful Questions on the Rules.
A PRACTICAL INTRODUCTIONtoENGLISH COMPOSITION; adapted to the education of both sexes, by theRev. J. EDWARDS, M.A., one of the Masters of King’s College School, London. 2s.6d.
In addition to other pursuits and studies, the cultivation of a knowledge of English Literature is daily gaining ground. This, it must be acknowledged, is very desirable, but it is assuredly of great importance, that it should be upon a plan which will tend to give a vigorous and healthy tone to the mind.
* THE CLASS READING BOOK; adapted for Schools, and particularly designed to furnish Youth with Practical Information on a variety of Interesting Subjects. ByGEORGE LUDLOW, one of the Masters of Christ’s Hospital. 3s.
This work consists of nearly Two Hundred Reading Lessons, adapted either for classes or individuals. They are selected with a view to the communication of popular but sound information, on various branches of knowledge, and there is a department consisting of carefully selected Poems.
ABBOTT’S READER; a Series of Familiar Pieces, in Prose and Verse, calculated to produce a Moral Influence on the Hearts and Lives of Young Persons. By the Authors ofThe Young Christian;The Corner-Stone;The Teacher, &c. 3s.
The design of thisReaderis, to exert a direct and powerful moral influence upon the hearts of children; such an influence as shall make them faithful and industrious in the improvement of their time, obedient and affectionate to their parents, kind towards their playmates, and upright and honest in their intercourse with others. The compilers have honestly endeavoured to exclude everything which they supposed would be unacceptable to any of the friends of piety and morality, of whatever name.
* ARITHMETIC TAUGHT BY QUESTIONS.1s.6d.
The principal novelty of this Arithmetic consists in theQuestions, by which the learner may be enabled to examine and teach himself. At the same time, it is thought that many Teachers may profit by the facilities which the questioning affords, and learn to ground those whom they have been in the habit of teaching by rote.
* A FIRST BOOKonGEOMETRY, including Plane and Solid Geometry, and an Introduction to Trigonometry. 1s.6d.
In this work will, it is believed, be found all the essential Propositions of Plane and Solid Geometry. The method of demonstration which has been followed is that of Euclid; but, throughout, an attempt has been made to give it a character of greater simplicity, and thus to render it more generally available.
THE FIGURES OF EUCLID; withQUESTIONS, and aPRAXISofGEOMETRICAL EXERCISES. By theRev. J. EDWARDS, M.A., of King’s College School, London. 3s.
* OUTLINES of GEOGRAPHY. ByG. HOGARTH. 10d.
A comprehensive Manual of the leading facts in this branch of Education, carefully condensed from the best sources. It contains Tables of the Situations and Heights of the principal Mountains, and of the Lengths of the principal Rivers, a Map of the World, Five other Maps, and Four Plates of Costumes.
* OUTLINES of the HISTORY of ENGLAND. ByGEORGE HOGARTH.1s.3d.
The leading events of English History are related with simplicity, and their connexion traced with clearness. The narratives are confined to the most memorable and important events; and those circumstances particularly marked which have led to the gradual formation of the British system of government. The work is illustrated with many Engravings of Costumes, Views, &c.
* OUTLINES of ROMAN HISTORY. ByGEORGE HOGARTH. 10d.
A complete and popular epitome of the History of the Rise, Progress, and Fall of the Roman Empire. It is embellished with a handsome Print of a Roman Triumph, and numerous Figures of Costumes, &c.
OUTLINES of GRECIAN HISTORY. By theRev. BARTON BOUCHIER, M.A.WithMapsandViews. 1s.
* OUTLINES of SACRED HISTORY; from the Creation of the World to the Destruction of Jerusalem. 3s.6d.
The design of this Work is to afford a condensed view of the History of both the Old and New Testaments, together with a brief account of the Jewish History in the interval between the Babylonish Captivity and the Birth of Christ, and in the period between Christ’s Ascension and the fulfilment of his awful Prophecy of the Destruction of Jerusalem and the Dispersion of the Jews.
A MANUAL of ANCIENT GEOGRAPHY, in which the Modern Names of Places are attached to the Ancient, and the Words marked with their proper quantities. By theRev. WILLIAM HILDYARD, M.A.2s.6d.
Geography and Chronology are, as it has been quaintly but truly remarked, the eyes of History, and the Editor’s experience in teaching (which has not been small,) has convinced him of the great importance of making boys perfectly familiar with the division of countries, and the relative situation of places, if ever they are expected to read the classic authors, especially the historians, with advantage.
* OUTLINES of ASTRONOMY. By theRev. T. G. HALL, M.A., Professor of Math., King’s Coll., London. 10d.
An elementary Work, intended to instruct, in the sublime facts of Astronomy, those who are unacquainted with mathematical reasoning; and to explain to them, in familiar language, the principal phenomena of the Heavens. The Lessons are illustrated by numerous Engravings.
* THE ELEMENTS of BOTANY. New Edition, with many Cuts. 2s.
The principles of this beautiful and important science are explained in a clear and simple manner, so as to render the acquisition of them comparatively easy. The book is illustrated by numerous cuts of the different parts of plants, &c., and the examples, when possible, are selected from our own wild flowers, or from those cultivated in all gardens or fields, and they are cited by their familiar names. A Glossary of most of the terms usually employed is subjoined, and an alphabetical List of the most useful Plants, with their botanical names, &c.
* MANUAL of INSTRUCTION in VOCAL MUSIC, chiefly with a view to Psalmody. ByJOHN TURNER, Esq.4s.
The author offers this work not as an experiment now for the first time to be tried, but as the result of long experience. Though chiefly designed for the use of children collected in large numbers, it may, with equal advantage, be adopted in smaller assemblages, and in the domestic circle: and may also be rendered serviceable to adults.
EASY LESSONS IN MECHANICS; with Familiar Illustrations, showing the practical Application of the various Mechanical Principles. 3s.
* ON the EDUCATION and TREATMENT of CHILDREN. 2s.6d.
Contents:—On the means of developing the Bodily Senses in Infancy; Early Development of the Affections; Early Cultivation of the Intellect; Management in Childhood; Amusements and Employments; Sunday; Views of Death; Supernatural Appearances; Politeness; Dress; Gentility; Management during the Teens; Views of Matrimony.
* INSTRUCTIONS for TEACHING ARITHMETIC to LITTLE CHILDREN. By theRev. T. V. SHORT, B.D.6d.
* A LITTLE READING BOOK for YOUNG CHILDREN. With many Cuts. 4d.
SCRIPTURE HYMNS IN PROSE. With Cuts. 6d.
The experience of some persons inclines them to prefer compositions in prose, to those in verse, for the exercise of the infant memory. There is at least no disadvantage in having a choice of both.
* A COLLIERY TALE, or VILLAGE DISTRESS. 4d.
The object of this little narrative is, by God’s help, to draw some profit from a recent calamity, which, in its immediate pressure upon the limited community through which it extended, has been most awfully severe.
* VILLAGE ANNALS; or, the Story ofHetty Jones. 9d.
I have written this story in the simplest style, for the use of the children in my own neighbourhood; as in all the little publications of this kind I have hitherto met with, the language and ideas are far above the comprehension of many of the classes for whom they are designed.C. B.
I have written this story in the simplest style, for the use of the children in my own neighbourhood; as in all the little publications of this kind I have hitherto met with, the language and ideas are far above the comprehension of many of the classes for whom they are designed.
C. B.
PRETTY LESSONS for GOOD CHILDREN; to which are added,EASY LESSONS in LATIN. 2s.
The design of this little work is, by means of easy rhymes, to attract the attention of young children, and to impress upon their memories various elementary facts and moral sentiments which they would not otherwise remember; for, “What will a child learn sooner than a song?”
EASY POETRY FOR CHILDREN. 1s.6d.
SIMPLE STORIES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN. By aLADY. With Cuts. 1s.
THE CHILD’S VERSE-BOOK OF DEVOTION. With Cuts. 1s.
SONGS for CHILDREN. WithEngravings. 4d.
In this little book you’ll find,Lessons for the infant mind;Truth conveyed in easy verse,Which the nursling may rehearse,And thus be led, by simple lays,To walk with God, and sing his praise.
In this little book you’ll find,Lessons for the infant mind;Truth conveyed in easy verse,Which the nursling may rehearse,And thus be led, by simple lays,To walk with God, and sing his praise.
In this little book you’ll find,Lessons for the infant mind;Truth conveyed in easy verse,Which the nursling may rehearse,And thus be led, by simple lays,To walk with God, and sing his praise.
READING LESSONSfrom the Books of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes; with Questions and Answers upon them. 4d.
DAILY READINGS from the PSALMS. 6d.
FAMILIAR LECTURES to CHILDREN; in which theIMPORTANT TRUTHS of the GOSPELare engagingly set forth. Edited by theRev. J. HOBART CAUNTER, B.D.2s.
FAITH AND PRACTICE; or, The Application of Christian Principles to the Practical Duties of Life. Fourth Edition, improved. 1s.
THE RITE of CONFIRMATION EXPLAINED. By theRev. D. I. EYRE, M.A.6d.
CONFIRMATION. AnADDRESSfrom aCLERGYMANto hisPARISHIONERS. 2d.
A FEW WORDS ON THE SIN OF LYING. ByA LAYMAN. 3d.
* EASY LESSONS on MONEY MATTERS, for the Use of Young People. 1s.
In this little book, care has been taken to convey elementary knowledge in such simple language, that, it is hoped, theseLessonswill be found easily intelligible even to such as have but the ordinary advantages in point of education; and there are few subjects on which it is, for all classes of people, more important to inculcate correct principles, and to guard against specious fallacies.
* PERSIAN STORIES; illustrative ofEASTERN MANNERSandCUSTOMS. 1s.And,
* PERSIAN FABLES, for Young and Old. By theRev. H. G. KEENE, M.A.1s.
FIVE HUNDRED CHARADES, from History, Geography, and Biography. Third Edition, revised and improved. 1s.6d.
* INSECTSand theirHABITATIONS. A Book for Children. 1s.
We may learn many useful lessons from the History of Insects; and, by observing their habits, we shall find that they set us an example of various good qualities.
* The BOOK of ANIMALS.* The BOOK of FISHES.* The BOOK of BIRDS.* The BOOK of REPTILES.* The BOOK of SHELLS.Price 1s.6d.each.
The nature, habits, and uses of the Animals described, are presented in a correct, though simple and attractive form, and the little volumes will be found useful additions to the books for young persons, and acceptable introductions to works of a higher class.
THE STUDENT’S MANUAL OF ANCIENT HISTORY; containing Accounts of thePolitical Condition,Geographical Situation, andSocial Stateof the principalNations Of Antiquity; carefully digested from the Ancient Writers, and illustrated by the Discoveries of Modern Scholars and Travellers. ByW. C. TAYLOR, LL.D., M.R.A.S.10s.6d.
* THE FAMILY HISTORY OF ENGLAND, by theRev. GEORGE ROBERT GLEIG, M.A., with a series ofPictorial Illustrations of the Costumes, Architecture, Shipping, &c., of the successive periods of British History. In Eighteen Parts, at 1s.each, or in Three Volumes, 6s.6d.each.
A POPULAR HISTORY OF THE REFORMATION, inGermany,Switzerland, andGreat Britain; and of its chief Promoters, Opposers, and Victims. ByTHOMAS FOX. 3s.6d.
HISTORY OF THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH; fromthe Ascension of Jesus Christ to the Conversion of Constantine. By the lateDr. BURTON. Second Edition, 6s.6d.
THE EARLY CHRISTIANS; theirMANNERSandCUSTOMS, TRIALSandSUFFERINGS. By theRev. W. PRIDDEN, M.A.4s.
HISTORY OF THE CRUSADERS; byTHOMAS KEIGHTLEY, Esq.Two Volumes, with Engravings. 11s.
HISTORY OF MOHAMMEDANISM, and thePRINCIPAL MOHAMMEDAN SECTS. ByW. C. TAYLOR, LL.D., M.R.A.S., &c. 5s.6d.
LIVES OF EMINENT CHRISTIANS. By theRev. R. B. HONE, M.A., Rector of Hales Owen. Volumes I. and II., with Portraits, 4s.6d.each.
* READINGS IN ENGLISH PROSE LITERATURE; containing choice Specimens of the Works of the best English Writers; withEssays on English Literature. 4s.6d.
* READINGS IN POETRY; Selections from the Works of the best English Poets; with Specimens of the American Poets; Notices of the Writers; and Notes. 4s.6d.
* READINGS IN BIOGRAPHY; a Selection of the Lives of the most Eminent Men of all Nations. 4s.6d.
* READINGS IN SCIENCE; being familiarEXPLANATIONSof Appearances and Principles inNATURAL PHILOSOPHY. With many Engravings. 5s.
VENTOUILLAC’S RUDIMENTSof theFRENCH LANGUAGE; or,FIRST FRENCH READING BOOK. New Edition, Revised and Corrected byF. J. WATTEZ, First Assistant French Master in King’s College, London. 3s.6d.
LIVRE DE CLASSE; withENGLISH NOTES, by the lateL. T. VENTOUILLAC, Professor of French Literature in King’s College, London. 5s.
FRENCH POETRY; withENGLISH NOTES, by the lateL. T. VENTOUILLAC, Professor of French Literature in King’s College, London. 2s.
LE BOUQUET LITTERAIRE. Recueil de Beautés Religieuses et Morales, de divers Auteurs. Par feuL. T. VENTOUILLAC, Professeur de Littérature Française au Collège Royale à Londres. 3s.6d.
BRASSEUR’S EXERCISESonFRENCH PHRASEOLOGY; with a Lexicon ofIDIOMATIC VERBS. By the French Professor of King’s College, London. 3s.6d.
The FRENCH SCHOOL CLASSICS. Edited and Abridged byMARIN DE LA VOYE, French Master in the East India College, at Addiscombe.
While the necessity of introducing the best standard French works into our schools and families is universally acknowledged, serious doubts are entertained as to the propriety of placing the writings of some among the French authors in the hands of Christian youth. In order to remove all difficulties on this subject, the Editor has been induced to undertake a careful Abridgment of such works as are in most general use; and he has made it his object to extract from the original every word and sentence relating either to religion, politics, or philosophical speculation, respecting which Christian parents or teachers can have the least difference of opinion.
A purified text of the best French Classical Works is, therefore, now offered for the use of young persons of both sexes, in a state which, it is trusted, will be found altogether unobjectionable.