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About The Book: Dictionary of French and English, English and French by John Bellows is a compact yet comprehensive bilingual dictionary designed for travelers, students, and language learners. First published in the late 19th century, it offers clear, practical translations and phonetic guidance for everyday vocabulary and idioms in both languages. Renowned for its portability and precision, the dictionary was praised for its utility by figures like Victor Hugo. Bellows, a Quaker printer and linguist, aimed to promote cross-cultural understanding through accessible language tools. The dictionary became a trusted reference for decades, valued for its clarity, reliability, and practical approach to French-English translation. About The Author: John Thomas Bellows (1831–1902) was a British polymath, printer, and lexicographer renowned for his French-English Pocket Dictionary. A devout Quaker, pacifist, and philanthropist, he combined entrepreneurial success with deep scholarly pursuits, corresponding with intellectuals like Max Müller and Oliver Wendell Holmes. Bellows founded a modern printing firm in Gloucester and created lightweight, portable dictionaries for travelers, including a widely praised French-English edition. Passionate about archaeology, language, and humanitarian work, he also aided Franco-Prussian War victims and promoted Quaker values abroad. His lifelong dedication to learning, peace, and public service left a lasting impact in both linguistic and humanitarian fields. The Title 'Dictionary of French and English, English and French written/authored/edited by John Bellows', published in the year 1919. The ISBN 9789371694247 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 700 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English, French. The subject of this book is Dictionary. Size of the book is 22.59 x 28.94 cms.