Spelling Collection

Language - Esperanto at a glance - card produced by the British Esperanto Association. L L Zamenhof published the first book detailing Esperanto (the Unua Libro), on July 26th, 1887. Date: 1923

Noah Webster, the schoolmaster of the Republic. Date c1886 April 18

Little Jack Jelf was Put on the Shelf - Victorian nursery rhyme illustration
A sobbing medieval child has been punished by his uncle for not being able to spell the word pie, to the horror of his aunt, Mrs Grace. The punishment involves sitting on the kitchen shelf

The Latest Spelling Test by William Heath Robinson
A desperate effort to instil good luck into a five-franc plaque before returning to the Casino. Illustration by William Heath Robinson (1872-1944)

McGUFFEYs PRIMER, c1840. Title page of William Holmes McGuffeys Eclectic Primer, published in Cincinnati, Ohio, c1840

Colombia, Cartagena, the letter C of Cartagena letters, beach
2030-306745-01

Colombia, Cartagena, letters spelling out Cartagena
2030-306743-01

Comic postcard, Couple at seaside - letter from wife Date: 20th century

Wallis & Steevens Road Roller OU5979
Wallis & Steevens Road Roller, regn. OU5979, number 8065 at Southampton. Built in 1930 by Wallis & Steevens of Basingstoke. (Note : the spelling of Steevens is correct) Date: 24 June 1972

Wallis & Steevens General Purpose Engine HO5601
Wallis & Steevens General Purpose Engine, regn. HO5601, 7294, The Sheaf of Arrows at Buckfastleigh. Built in 1912 by Wallis & Steevens at Basingstoke, powered by a 6 Nhp single cylinder steam engine

WW2 Greetings Card, R. A. F. Spitfires
A WW2 greetings card, Brave and gallant little Spitfires protect us day by day; This one to you comes winging, the best of wishes bringing, may good luck come your way

From the manuscript of Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, showing that Mr. Bill Sikes first had his name spelled with a
709562 From the manuscript of Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, showing that Mr. Bill Sikes first had his name spelled with a y, and including passages not in the published book

Spelling it out (engraving)
7173527 Spelling it out (engraving) by Wood, Thomas W. (fl. 1870s); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spelling it out. Illustration for Our American Artists bys G W Benjamin (D Lothrop)

Letter T, Travestissement (colour litho)
5236086 Letter T, Travestissement (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter T, Travestissement)

Letter L, Loustics De Melonville Les Sangsues (colour litho)
5236076 Letter L, Loustics De Melonville Les Sangsues (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter L, Loustics De Melonville Les Sangsues)

Letter H, Harangue Avant Coureur De Horions (colour litho)
5236073 Letter H, Harangue Avant Coureur De Horions (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter H, Harangue Avant Coureur De Horions)

Letter A, Ascension Difficile (colour litho)
5236071 Letter A, Ascension Difficile (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter A, Ascension Difficile)

Letter D, Degringolade (colour litho)
5236069 Letter D, Degringolade (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter D, Degringolade)

Scripture Alphabet (colour litho)
3104618 Scripture Alphabet (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scripture Alphabet)

Letter W, Weal Or Woe (colour litho)
5236089 Letter W, Weal Or Woe (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter W, Weal Or Woe)

Letter V, Voltige Rapide Et Involontaire (colour litho)
5236091 Letter V, Voltige Rapide Et Involontaire (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter V, Voltige Rapide Et Involontaire)

Letter X, Xeres A Lusage Des Estomacs Delicats (colour litho)
5236090 Letter X, Xeres A Lusage Des Estomacs Delicats (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter X, Xeres A Lusage Des Estomacs Delicats)

Letter I, Immersion Hydrotherapique (colour litho)
5236081 Letter I, Immersion Hydrotherapique (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter I, Immersion Hydrotherapique)

Letter P, Pecheurs Experimentes (colour litho)
5236080 Letter P, Pecheurs Experimentes (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter P, Pecheurs Experimentes)

Letter K, Kabyle Des Selleri Au Pomtape Et Son Fils Aine (colour litho)
5236078 Letter K, Kabyle Des Selleri Au Pomtape Et Son Fils Aine (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter K)

Letter E, Etudiant Raseur (colour litho)
5236077 Letter E, Etudiant Raseur (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter E, Etudiant Raseur)

The Picturesque Customs (Colour Litho)
2777614 The Picturesque Customs (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The picturesque customs)

Alphabet of Beasts (colour litho)
3104611 Alphabet of Beasts (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alphabet of Beasts)

A new form of propaganda (colour litho)
2808964 A new form of propaganda (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new form of propaganda)

Advert for Hamley Bros fortune-telling game 1905
Edwardian adults sitting around a table playing a game of Vishnu, fortune-telling game, where it will spell the answers to any questions you wish to know. Date: 1905

KISSES, surreal lettering (colour litho)
2800602 KISSES, surreal lettering (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: KISSES, surreal lettering. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

On the 2663rd Christmas in Rome, the final exercise of the gymnastic essay given by school students at Villa Borghese
2815329 On the 2663rd Christmas in Rome, the final exercise of the gymnastic essay given by school students at Villa Borghese (colour litho) by Beltrame

Scripture Alphabet (colour litho)
3104631 Scripture Alphabet (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scripture Alphabet)

A Young Gentleman and Scholar (engraving)
668363 A Young Gentleman and Scholar (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Young Gentleman and Scholar)

Sketch on Black Board, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731041 Sketch on Black Board, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketch on Black Board)

The new spelling. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786227 The new spelling. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Barcet, Emmanuel (1870-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new spelling)

Letter Q, Qui-Vive (colour litho)
5236088 Letter Q, Qui-Vive (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter Q, Qui-Vive)

Letter M, Musique Vocale Et Instrumentale (colour litho)
5236085 Letter M, Musique Vocale Et Instrumentale (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter M, Musique Vocale Et Instrumentale)

Letter G, Grotesques Admis L Exposition (colour litho)
5236074 Letter G, Grotesques Admis L Exposition (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter G, Grotesques Admis L Exposition)

"The Queens English"(engraving)
2776993 " The Queens English" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Queens English." Illustration for Punch)

Scripture Alphabet (colour litho)
3104627 Scripture Alphabet (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scripture Alphabet)

Alphabet of Beasts (colour litho)
3104607 Alphabet of Beasts (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alphabet of Beasts)

Lesson time (colour litho)
5198110 Lesson time (colour litho) by Stewart, Elise H. (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lesson time. Illustration for Round The Clock, Rhymes by May Byron)

Riddle on the theme of the letter L (colour litho)
5999090 Riddle on the theme of the letter L (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riddle on the theme of the letter L)

Letter U, Union Fait La Force (colour litho)
5236092 Letter U, Union Fait La Force (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter U, Union Fait La Force)

Letter O, Orage Precurseur D Une Ondee De Coups De Poings (colour litho)
5236082 Letter O, Orage Precurseur D Une Ondee De Coups De Poings (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter O)

Letter B, Baignade Imprevue (colour litho)
5236072 Letter B, Baignade Imprevue (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter B, Baignade Imprevue)

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"Exploring the Power of Spelling: From Esperanto to Webster's Legacy" Language has always been a fascinating tool for communication, and one aspect that often captures our attention is spelling. At a glance, we can witness the beauty and complexity of different languages, such as Esperanto with its unique structure. In the realm of English spelling, Noah Webster stands tall as the schoolmaster of the Republic. His efforts to standardize American English through his dictionary have left an indelible mark on language education. Victorian nursery rhymes like "Little Jack Jelf was Put on the Shelf" not only entertained children but also served as clever mnemonic devices for learning correct spellings in a playful manner. These charming illustrations bring back memories of childhood innocence. William Heath Robinson's comical depiction of "The Latest Spelling Test" reminds us that even in times past, spelling tests were both dreaded and humorous experiences. The intricate contraptions he imagined add whimsy to this timeless challenge. McGuffey's Primer from 1840 showcases how early educators recognized the importance of teaching proper spelling from an early age. This title page serves as a reminder that foundational literacy skills are crucial for future success. During World War II, greetings cards featuring R. A. F Spitfires showcased patriotism while reminding soldiers about their loved ones back home. In these messages filled with heartfelt words, correct spelling became essential to convey emotions accurately across distances. Comic postcards depicting couples at seaside resorts reveal how written correspondence played a significant role in maintaining relationships during simpler times. Properly spelled letters expressed love and longing between partners separated by circumstances or distance. Wallis & Steevens' road roller OU5979 and general-purpose engine HO5601 remind us that even machinery requires precise labeling and instructions – another testament to the significance of accurate spelling in various domains beyond just language itself. A child's slate juxtaposed with a toy gun on a Christmas card symbolizes the balance between education and play.