A Sketch of Modern and Ancient Geography

A Sketch of Modern and Ancient Geography is a book written by Samuel Butler, first published in 1813. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the geography of the world, both in ancient times and in the present day. It covers a wide range of topics, including the physical geography of different regions, the political boundaries of countries and empires, and the cultural and historical significance of various locations.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of geography. The first section provides an overview of the physical geography of the world, including the different types of landforms, climates, and natural resources found in different regions. The second section focuses on the political geography of the world, including the different countries and empires that have existed throughout history and their respective borders.The third section of the book provides a detailed description of the geography of ancient Greece and Rome, including the locations of important cities and landmarks, as well as the cultural and historical significance of these places. The final section of the book provides an overview of the geography of the Holy Land, including the locations of important Biblical sites and the cultural and historical significance of these locations.Throughout the book, Butler provides detailed descriptions and maps of the various regions and locations discussed, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the geography of the world, both past and present.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.