A New And Comprehensive Gazetteer; Being A Delineation Of The Esent State Of The World From The Most Recent Authorities Arranged In Alphabetical Order (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354309564)

An enduring compass to the Victorian world's place-names, now presented with clarity for modern readers. Reference work of rare precision. Volume IV of A New And Comprehensive Gazetteer brings an authoritative alphabetical geography guide to the globe as surveyed by nineteenth-century authorities. Arranged in alphabetical order, its concise entries supply global place descriptions, administrative notes and locational context that made it a trusted historical geography reference in its time. As an antique world gazetteer and companion to a nineteenth century atlas, it functions as a readable world locations compendium: students, travellers and curious readers can follow place-names from capital cities to lesser-known towns, while libraries and scholars will appreciate its systematic course of geography and period detail. Beyond mere entries, the gazetteer captures the language of place-making in a pivotal era: names, jurisdictions and local notes reveal how contemporaries understood geography and governance. For those studying cartographic history, local history or the evolution of toponyms, it is a direct, primary snapshot of nineteenth-century informational practice. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. More than a reissue, it stands as a classic geography collection and a collectors geography edition that honours the Victorian era worldbook tradition. Casual readers find satisfying armchair travel and historical context; academic research resource seekers and historical atlas enthusiasts gain a reliable reference that illuminates nineteenth-century perceptions of the world. Equally at home on a study desk or on a collector's shelf, this comprehensive gazetteer volume rewards both quick browsing and sustained research. Its alphabetical rigor and period vocabulary make it a useful tool for tracing the history of place-names and regional administration. Whether consulted for quick facts or deeper study, Volume IV offers enduring perspective on how the nineteenth-century world was named and ordered. Thanks to its clear alphabetical organisation, it is straightforward to consult for catalogue work or casual discovery. Its language and listings make it a fine companion to nineteenth-century travel writing and period memoirs.

Author: G. N. Wright
ISBN-10: 9354309569
ISBN-13: 9789354309564
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 12/15/2020
Pages: 754
Format: Paperback
Weight: 3.78lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.50d