x, 310, 40pp, with engraved illustrations. Red cloth-covered boards, blind rules on front panel, gilt lettering on the spine. Cloth is worn, a little rubbed at corners and around spine, slightly soiled on edges and around spine. Internally a little page toning, scattered minor marks and a few signs of handling. Previous owner's inked inscription, dated 1858, on the half title page.
In what amounts to an early history of schooling and education in England, a collection of biographical sketches covering the school days of men such as George III, Lord Hill, Sir Dudley North, Sir Christopher Wren, William Penn, etc.
