Book titled ‘The Concise English Dictionary’ by Charles Annandale

This dictionary was first published in the late 19th century by Blackie and Son Limited, a prominent Scottish publishing house known for educational and reference works. Charles Annandale, M.A., LL.D., was a respected lexicographer who created this comprehensive reference work covering literary, scientific, and technical terminology. The edition shown here, dated 1970, represents a ‘New and Enlarged Edition’ with a supplement of additional words, demonstrating the dictionary’s continued relevance and updates through the 20th century.

Vintage dictionaries like this appeal to book collectors, historians of language, and enthusiasts of antique reference materials. They are valued for their historical linguistic content, quality binding and typography, and as decorative pieces that evoke scholarly tradition. Collectors particularly appreciate early editions and those in good condition, as they offer insights into the evolution of the English language and lexicography practices of their era.