The ""First Book of Drawing"" by William Chambers is a guidebook designed for children and young persons to learn the art of drawing. Originally published in 1840, the book features a series of exercises that can be completed on a slate or blackboard. The exercises are designed to teach the basics of drawing, including lines, shapes, and shading. The book is divided into sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of drawing. The exercises progress in difficulty, allowing the reader to build their skills and confidence as they go. The book also includes tips and tricks for improving technique, as well as examples of finished drawings for inspiration. Overall, the ""First Book of Drawing"" is a comprehensive guidebook for anyone looking to learn the art of drawing, particularly children and young people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.