The Arcana of polite literature; or, A compendious dictionary of fabulous history. [electronic resource] : Containing the characters and principal actions, ascribed to the heathen gods, goddesses, heroes, &c. And the manner in which the ancients represented the deities and heroes, virtues and vices, in their paintings, statues, and gems: together with an account of their poets, and references to the principal places mentioned in their works. Compiled in a pleasing, novel, and interesting manner: and intended as a complete pocket companion; for the use of those who with to understand mythology, poetry, painting, statuary, and theatrical entertainments.
1789
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The Arcana of polite literature; or, A compendious dictionary of fabulous history. [electronic resource] : Containing the characters and principal actions, ascribed to the heathen gods, goddesses, heroes, &c. And the manner in which the ancients represented the deities and heroes, virtues and vices, in their paintings, statues, and gems: together with an account of their poets, and references to the principal places mentioned in their works. Compiled in a pleasing, novel, and interesting manner: and intended as a complete pocket companion; for the use of those who with to understand mythology, poetry, painting, statuary, and theatrical entertainments.
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Dublin : Printed by W. Gilbert, No. 26, South Great Ge[arr]e's-Street, MDCCLXXXIX. [1789]
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Ireland -- Dublin.
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English
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[252]p.,plate ; 12⁰.
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Vertical chain lines.
Reproduction of original from British Library.
Reproduction of original from British Library.
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English Short Title Catalog, T153178.
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Electronic reproduction. Farmington Hills, Mich. : Cengage Gale, 2009. Available via the World Wide Web. Access limited by licensing agreements.
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