The art of reading and writing English: or, The chief principles and rules of pronouncing our mother-tongue, both in prose and verse; with a variety of instructions for true spelling . Written at first for private use, and now published for the benefit of all persons who desire a better acquaintance with their native language. By L. Watts, D.D.

Vocal sounds by Edward Search, Esq

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Vocal sounds by Edward Search, Esq