Dictionnaire anglais-francais, et francais-anglais, tiré des meilleurs aucteurs qui ont écrit dans ces deux langues; par A. Boyer, L. Chambaud, J. Garner, mm. des Carrieres et Fain ... Tome premier [-second] ..: anglais-français

This ambitious lexicographical project emerged during the early 19th century as a collaborative effort to synthesize and refine the work of prominent earlier lexicographers, most notably Abel Boyer and Louis Chambaud. By integrating the established methodologies of these predecessors with newer scholarship from contributors like Garner, des Carrieres, and Fain, the volumes aimed to provide a comprehensive reference tool for the increasing linguistic exchange between French and English speakers of the Napoleonic and Restoration eras.

The dictionary was designed to serve scholars, diplomats, and educators by distilling the nuances of both languages as they appeared in high-quality literature of the period. Its design focused on accessibility and depth, attempting to standardize the translation of complex idioms and technical vocabulary. Upon its release, it became a recognized resource for academic libraries and private collections, prized for its systematic approach to cross-referencing and its commitment to reflecting the evolving usage of both languages as documented by the period's most respected authors.