Memoirs of the Life, Writings and Correspondence of Sir William Jones, Volume 1J. Hatchard, 1806 - 531 pages |
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... perhaps it would not be amiss . Having tarried some time for a convenient opportunity , I was obliged to send you at last More- ton's book by the carrier , though it will only satisfy you that Dr. Gregory had but a very slender notion ...
... perhaps it would not be amiss . Having tarried some time for a convenient opportunity , I was obliged to send you at last More- ton's book by the carrier , though it will only satisfy you that Dr. Gregory had but a very slender notion ...
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... perhaps unavoidable defect in the system of education at public schools , that the necessity of regulating instruction by general rules , must often preclude that at- tention to the tempers and capacities of individuals , by which their ...
... perhaps unavoidable defect in the system of education at public schools , that the necessity of regulating instruction by general rules , must often preclude that at- tention to the tempers and capacities of individuals , by which their ...
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... press his Greek and Latin compositions , including a Comedy , written in the language and measures of Aristophanes . But his solicitude to appear appear as an author , was perhaps prudently checked by SIR WILLIAM JONES . 31.
... press his Greek and Latin compositions , including a Comedy , written in the language and measures of Aristophanes . But his solicitude to appear appear as an author , was perhaps prudently checked by SIR WILLIAM JONES . 31.
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John Shore Baron Teignmouth. appear as an author , was perhaps prudently checked by the ad- vice of other friends ; and the proposed publication from which he expected an increase of reputation , was reluctantly postponed . This comedy ...
John Shore Baron Teignmouth. appear as an author , was perhaps prudently checked by the ad- vice of other friends ; and the proposed publication from which he expected an increase of reputation , was reluctantly postponed . This comedy ...
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... perhaps have then solicited an alliance , which he after- wards courted and obtained . The family of Lord Spencer removed late in Autumn to London ; and Mr. Jones , with his usual avidity to acquire the accomplish- ments of a gentleman ...
... perhaps have then solicited an alliance , which he after- wards courted and obtained . The family of Lord Spencer removed late in Autumn to London ; and Mr. Jones , with his usual avidity to acquire the accomplish- ments of a gentleman ...
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