The Elementary Spelling Book by Noah Webster, circa 1845
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Noah Webster's speller offered simple guidelines for spelling and pronouncing American English words. Age-appropriate lessons taught schoolchildren to read and write, helping to define and unify American language. Known by its colored cover, Webster's "blue-backed speller" remained popular for more than 100 years. It sold so well that Webster was able to construct his New Haven, Connecticut, home using the proceeds.
Noah Webster's speller offered simple guidelines for spelling and pronouncing American English words. Age-appropriate lessons taught schoolchildren to read and write, helping to define and unify American language. Known by its colored cover, Webster's "blue-backed speller" remained popular for more than 100 years. It sold so well that Webster was able to construct his New Haven, Connecticut, home using the proceeds.
Artifact
Textbook
Date Made
circa 1845
Subject Date
circa 1845
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, New York, New York
Creator Notes
Written by Noah Webster and published by G. F. Cooledge & Brother, New York City, New York.
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
00.703.5
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 6.875 in
Width: 4.25 in
Depth: 0.5 in
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