The Comprehensive Atlas & Geography of the World

W. G. Blackie
London: Blackie & Son, 1886.
Later Edition.

39cm x 32cm. xi, 99, 304 pages, 67 maps, [10] coloured plates, illustrations, 2 volumes. Half leather, marbled paper, gilt lettering on leather label.

Comprising an extensive series of maps, a description, physical and political, of all the countries of the earth; a pronouncing vocabulary of geographical names, and a copious index of geographical positions. Also numerous illustrations printed in the text, a series of coloured engraving representing the principal races of mankind. Compiled and engraved from the most authentic sources, under the supervision of W. G. Blackie.

Atlas volume is well worn externally, the boards are bowed, a chunk is missing from the crown, and the joints are splitting, the sewing is sound and all maps are present. Previous owner’s inscription to front pastedown, minor foxing, Fair Condition. Geography volume is worn externally, minor chipping to crown, minor splitting to joints, minor foxing, plates have been numbered in pencil. Fair Condition.

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