Why is Noah Webster famous?
Noah Webster, (born October 16, 1758, West Hartford, Connecticut, U.S.—died May 28, 1843, New Haven, Connecticut), American lexicographer known for his American Spelling Book (1783) and his American Dictionary of the English Language, 2 vol. (1828; 2nd ed., 1840).
How much is an old Webster’s Dictionary worth?
This book sold for $49.99 plus shipping but it is in much better condition than yours. Also, this particular book has been listed for sale on eBay for 2 1/2 years before it sold – yes years is correct. www.ebay.com/ …/ 303759745795?hash=item46b97de303…
What kind of dictionary was Webster’s dictionary published by?
I have a 1839 American Dictionary of the English language; exhibiting the origin, orthography, pronunciation and definition of words to which were added a Synopsis of Words, and Walker’s Key. It is a stereotype edition, published by White & Sheffield.
Is the Universal Webster self pronouncing dictionary valuable?
I have a Universal Webster Morris Self Pronouncing dictionary. Only Copyright 1908, The John C. Winston CO. It has a preface by Charles Morris. Leatherbound, very good condition. Is this valuable? Thank you for your time.
What kind of dictionary is Webster’s gold letters?
It is a Salva-Webster’s dictionary (gold letters) – English-Spanish and Spanish-English. It was compiled by Dn. J. Gomez, PhD. It included a geographical and biographical encyclopedia and colored maps. It is the new and thoroughly revised edition 1938. If you tried to sell this now, you’d not earn much on it.
What kind of dictionary was the little Webster?
Original 1935-vintage (Leather wrapped) “LITTLE WEBSTER” Mini Dictionary Book! VINTAGE 1930’s ? The New Universities Dictionary Enlarged Self Pronouncing 1942 Vintage pocket Oxford Dictionary.
How old is an old Webster’s International Dictionary?
Many people think old Dictionaries have a value. Your dictionary is from 1928. Therefore, it isn’t 100+ years old. There is a set of 2 Webster’s International Dictionary from 1928 listed on eBay.
Why are old Webster’s dictionaries so expensive?
Antique/vintage books that sell for high prices are usually bought by collectors and condition means is a big part of what they look at unless it is a really rare book and this particular book is not rare and there are many for sale in much better condition. The ‘signature’ is not an autograph as it is printed in every edition.
What’s the value of a Webster’s Twentieth Century Dictionary?
It is a revised edition of the original dictionary first published in 1828. What is the value of a Webster’s Twentieth Century Dictionary published by Publishers Guild, Inc. in New York, NY in 1939? Many people have old books they think are valuable and would like to sell.