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John Adams

Born: 1750?

Died: 1814

Scottish compiler of books for young readers.

Born: 1750?

Died: 1814

Books by John Adams (50 max)

The flowers of ancient history: comprehending on a new plan, the most remarkable and interesting events, as well as characters, of antiquity. ... By the Rev. John Adams, A.M.

1789

John Adams, John Adams - undifferentiated

flowers of modern history: comprehending, on a new plan, the most remarkable revolutions and events, as well as the most eminent and illustrious characters, of modern times : with a view of the progress of society and manners, arts and sciences, from the irruption of the Goths and Vandals, and other northern nations, upon the Roman Empire, to the conclusion of the American war : designed for the improvement and entertainment of youth

1788

Anecdotes, Bons-Mots, And Characteristic Traits Of The Greatest Princes, Politicians, Philosophers, Orators And Wits Of Modern Time

1789

Flowers of ancient history comprehending, on a new plan, the most remarkable and interesting events, as well as characters of antiquity

1789

Curious thoughts on the history of man: chiefly abridged or selected from the celebrated works of Lord Kaimes, Lord Monboddo, Dr. Dunbar, and the immortal Montesquieu ... Designed to promote a spirit of enquiry in the British youth of both sexes ...

1789

Woman.: Sketches of the history, genius, disposition, accomplishments, employments, customs and importance of the fair sex, in all parts of the world. Interspersed with many singular and entertaining anecdotes.

1790

The flowers of modern history comprehending, on a new plan, the most remarkable revolutions and events, as well as the most eminent and illustrious characters, of modern times : with a view of the progress of society and manners, arts and sciences, from the irruption of the Goths and Vandals and other northern nations, upon the Roman empire, to the conclusion of the American war : designed for the improvement and entertainment of youth

1790

The elements of reading: being select and easy English lessons, for young readers of both sexes: designed as a sequel to the spelling-book, ... By the Rev. J. Adams, ...

1791

The elements of useful knowledge: comprehending, among other interesting particulars, short systems of astronomy, mythology, chronology, and rehtoric; with a brief account of the trial and execution of Louis XVI. ... By the Rev. J. Adams, ...

1793

The flowers of modern travels: being elegant, entertaining, and instructive extracts, selected from the works of the most celebrated travellers, such as Lord Lyttleton, Sir W. Hamilton, baron de Tott, Dr. Johnson, Dr. Moore, Dr. Troil, Addison, Brydone, Cox, Wraxall, Savary, Topham, Sherlock, Douglas, Swinburne, Lady M.W. Montague, &c. &c. : intended chiefly for young people of both sexes

1797

Sketches of the history, genius, disposition, accomplishments, employments, customs, virtues, and vices, of the fair sex, in all parts of the world interspersed with many singular and entertaining anecdotes

1807

Sketches of the history, genius, disposition, accomplishments, employments, customs, virtues, and vices, of the fair sex, in all parts of the world: interspersed with many singular and entertaining anecdotes

1807

A new history of Great Britain from the invasion of Julius Caesar to the present time exhibiting a variety of instructive and pleasing information, adapted to the capacities of young persons of both sexes

1818

View of Universal History, from the Creation to the Present Time Including an Account of the Celebrated Revolutions in France, Poland, Sweden, Geneva &C. &C. Together with an Accurate and Impartial Narrative of the Late Military Operations; and Other I

2020

View of Universal History, from the Creation to the Present Time Including an Account of the Celebrated Revolutions in France, Poland, Sweden, Geneva &C. &C. Together with an Accurate and Impartial Narrative of the Late Military Operations; and Other I

2023

Exercises in Latin composition: intended as a sequel to, or to be used in turns with, Exempla minora, Bailey's exercises, or any other introductory performance of a like nature. In two parts; containing, I. Easy English lessons, with the Latin words ... II. English lessons, without the Latin words ... By the Rev. John Adams, ...

1787

Woman sketches of the history, genius, disposition, accomplishments, employments, customs and importance of the fair sex, in all parts of the world : interspersed with many singular and entertaining anecdotes

1790

Modern voyages: containing a variety of useful and entertaining facts, respecting the expeditions and the principal discoveries of Cavendish, Dampier, Monk, ... In two volumes. ... By the Reverend John Adams, A.M

1790

Elegant tales, histories, and epistles of a moral tendency; on love, friendship, matrimony, ... and other important subjects, by the author of Woman; or historical sketches of the fair sex

1791

A second volume of curious anecdotes, bon-mots, and characteristic traits.

1792

Elegant anecdotes, and bons-mots: of the greatest princes, politicians, philosophers, orators, and wits of modern times ... Calculated to inspire the minds of youth with noble, virtuous, generous, and liberal sentiments

1794

The history of France: from the first establishment of that monarchy: including an account of the present revolution. By the Rev. J. Adams, A.M.

1794

Elegant anecdotes, and bon-mots: of the greatest princes, politicians, philosophers, orators, and wits of modern times; ... calculated to inspire the minds of youth with noble, virtuous, generous, and liberal sentiments. By the Rev. John Adams, A.M.

1794

A view of universal history, from the creation to the present time: Including an account of the celebrated revolutions in France, Poland, Sweden, Geneva, ... By the Rev. J. Adams, A.M. In three volumes.

1795

The flowers of modern travels: being elegant, entertaining and instructive extracts, selected from the works of the most celebrated travellers ... : intended chiefly for young people of both sexes

1797

Sketches of the history, genius, disposition: accomplishments, employments, customs, virtues, and vices, of the fair sex, in all parts of the world.

1807

The beauties of happiness

1815

The Flowers of Modern Travels; Being Elegant, Entertaining and Instructive Extracts, Selected ...

1816

Lectionaes selectae, or, Select Latin lessons in morality, history, and biography: adapted to the capacity of young beginners

1825

Lectiones selectae, or, Select latin lessons, in morality, history, and biography, adapted to the capacity of young beginners

1825

new history of Great-Britain: from the invasion of Julius Caesar, to the present time; exhibiting a variety of instructive and pleasing information, adapted to the capacities of young persons of both sexes; on a plan nearly similar to that of Dr. Henry.

1825

Lectiones selectae: or, Select Latin lessons in morality, history and biography; adapted to the capacity of young beginners.

1831

Lectiones selectae or, Select Latin lessons in morality, history and biography; adapted to the capacity of young beginners

1831

The flowers of celebrated travellers: being a selection from the most elegant, entertaining and instructive travels

1834

The Roman history, from the foundation of Rome to the subversion of the Eastern Empire and the taking of Constantinople by the Turks, in the year of our Saviour, 1453 including the antiquities, manners, and customs, as well as the jurisprudence and military establishment of the Romans : in seven books on a new and interesting plan

1835

Lectionaes selectae, or, Select Latin lessons in morality, history, and biography: adapted to the capacity of young beginners

1984

View of Universal History, from the Creation to the Present Time Including an Account of the Celebrated Revolutions in France, Poland, Sweden, Geneva &C. &C. Together with an Accurate and Impartial Narrative of the Late Military Operations; and Other I

2018

Sketches of the History, Genius, Disposition, Accomplishments, Employments, Customs, Virtues, and Vices, of the Fair Sex, in All Parts of the World

2023

John Adams, Friend to the sex.