History 1891-1960: Geographical Society of Philadelphia (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258652371)

The book ""History 1891-1960: Geographical Society Of Philadelphia"" is a comprehensive account of the history of the Geographical Society of Philadelphia, which was established in 1891. The book covers the period from the society's inception until 1960, providing a detailed insight into the society's activities, achievements, and challenges over the years.The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of the society's history, including its founding, membership, meetings, publications, and expeditions. The authors provide a wealth of information about the society's members, who were prominent figures in academia, government, and business, and their contributions to the field of geography.The book also features numerous photographs, illustrations, and maps that help to bring the society's history to life. These visuals provide a glimpse into the society's expeditions and events, as well as the people who were involved in them.Overall, ""History 1891-1960: Geographical Society Of Philadelphia"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of geography and the role that societies like the Geographical Society of Philadelphia played in advancing the field. It is a well-researched and engaging account that offers valuable insights into the society's history and its impact on the discipline of geography.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.

Author: Geographical Society of Philadelphia
ISBN-10: 1258652374
ISBN-13: 9781258652371
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 04/06/2013
Pages: 94
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d