Dr. Cotton Mather's student and preacher [electronic resource] : or, directions for a candidate of the ministry. Wherein, I. A right foundation is laid for his future improvement. II. Rules are offered for such a management of his academical and preparatory studies: and, upon that, for such III. A conduct after his appearance in the world, as may render him a skilful and useful Minister of the Gospel. To which is added, a literal translation of Dr. Cotton Mather's famous Latin preface; with an abridgment of Mr. Ryland's preface to his edition. Carefully revised and corrected by a lover of the Gospel.