History, Chronology, &c. which a reference to the following table of contents will shew. And, in the English Grammar and other essential articles, the Compiler has given the lessons in so concise, simple, and pleasing a manner as cannot fail to afford instruction and delight. His selection, he flatters himself, will also be considered, upon examination, superior to every similar compilation; and the whole, he trusts, will be found fully to verify the title; that it is in truth“ " and complete Guide to every necessary acquirement, essential in forming a pleasing Companion, a respectable Mother, or useful “ Member of Society.” 66 a sure CONTENTS. On the Art of Reading and Writing. Instructions for learning to write; with two Copper-plate Spe- cimens. On instructing Children in Religion. On the Study of the Holy Scriptures, Directions for writing Letters. The Black Velvet Pelisse ; a Tale. On the Benefits attending the Study of the Sciences. Religious Bigotry. ceased Husband. John Gilpin; an amusing Story. Illustrious Examples of Piety. On the Happiness of the future State. Remarkable Discovery of a Murder. Rules for Conversation, and Behaviour in Company. The Advantages of Civility and Politeness. A concise Account of the Progress of Christianity. A Sketch of the principal Religious Denominations. Description of the Pulpit and Preacher. On the Duties of Married Women. Mutual Forbearance recommended. Mrs. Barnet; or, the Excellent Wife. Rules for Matrimonial Happiness. Enigmas, Rebusses and Charades. Directions to Female Servants of every description. Directions for Preserving, Pickling, Brewing, Making Winės, Table of Interest, Weights, and Measures; with a Variety of other interesting and useful Particulars. |