The entertaining correspondent; or, newest and most compleat polite letter writer. In three parts ... To which is prefixed, a large introduction, containing directions and proper forms to be observed in writing familiar letters on all occasions, and addressing persons of eminent rank and station. For the use of young gentlemen, ladies, tradesmen, &c / [John Tavernier].
- Tavernier, John
- Date:
- 1759
Licence: Public Domain Mark
Credit: The entertaining correspondent; or, newest and most compleat polite letter writer. In three parts ... To which is prefixed, a large introduction, containing directions and proper forms to be observed in writing familiar letters on all occasions, and addressing persons of eminent rank and station. For the use of young gentlemen, ladies, tradesmen, &c / [John Tavernier]. Source: Wellcome Collection.
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