A New geographical dictionary v.1
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Authors
London, Printed for J. Coote
Issue Date
1759
Type
Book
Language
en
Keywords
rare books, dictionary, geography, geographical dictionary
Alternative Title
A New geographical dictionary. Containing a full and accurate account of the several parts of the known world, as it is divided into continents, islands, oceans, seas, rivers, lakes,
Abstract
A New geographical dictionary. This containing a full and accurate account of the several parts of the known world, as it is divided into continents, islands, oceans, seas, rivers, and lakes. As well as the situation, extent, and boundaries, of all the empires, kingdoms, states, provinces & in Europe, Asia, Africa, and America. Together with the religion, learning, policy, manners, and customs, of the inhabitants. To which is prefixed, an introductory dissertation, explaining the figure and motion of the earth. Illustrated with a new and accurate set of maps of all the parts of the known world, making a complete atlas. The dresses of the inhabitants, and a great variety of plans and perspective views of the principal cities, towns, harbors, structures, ruins, and other places of antiquity.
Description
This is volume one of two. Includes illustrations, maps, & descriptions of plans.
Citation
Publisher
London, Printed for J. Coote