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Antique copy of The Descriptive Speller: For Graded and Ungraded Schools by George B. Aiton.Published by Ginn & Company, this early school textbook contains spelling lessons, vocabulary lists, dictation exercises and words marked with pronunciation symbols.The inside front page is signed “Clarence W. Bell” and dated September 21, 1914, giving the book a wonderful piece of early schoolhouse history.DetailsTitle: The Descriptive Speller
Author: George B. Aiton
Publisher: Ginn & Company
Original publication year: 1901
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Subject: Spelling, vocabulary and educationThe title was published by Ginn & Company in 1901, although the photographed title page does not show a separate printing date for this specific copy. This book shows considerable age-related wear, including rubbing and fading to the cover, worn corners, page toning, spotting, staining, handwriting and discoloration inside the front cover. Please enlarge and review all photos, as they are part of the description.A charming collectible for antique book collectors, teachers, homeschool families, schoolhouse decor, library displays or anyone interested in the history of education.Item SpecificsAuthor: George B. Aiton
Book Title: The Descriptive Speller
Language: English
Publisher: Ginn & Company
Topic: Spelling, Education
Binding: Hardcover
Original Language: English
Year Printed: 1901
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Original/Facsimile: Original
Personalized: Yes
Signed: No
Inscribed: Yes
Vintage: Yes
Antique: Yes
