A new introduction to the knowledge and use of maps [electronic resource] : rendered easy and familiar to any capacity. Teaching those who are totally unacquainted with Maps and Geography, an ample Knowledge of both in a few Hours, without the Assistance of a Master; With A Clear and Philosophic Explanation of several fine Effects of Nature, and the Phaenomena of the Heavenly Bodies, as they appear in different Countries. Intended as a rational Entertainment and Improvement, for young Gentlemen and Ladies. Illustrated with accurate maps and plates. The third edition. To which is added, an appendix, Containing Remarks on Dr. Solander and Mr. Banks', Voyage to the Southern Hemisphere. And Also Some late Discoveries near the North Pole; With Observations Astronomical, Philosophical, and Geographical.
1774
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A new introduction to the knowledge and use of maps [electronic resource] : rendered easy and familiar to any capacity. Teaching those who are totally unacquainted with Maps and Geography, an ample Knowledge of both in a few Hours, without the Assistance of a Master; With A Clear and Philosophic Explanation of several fine Effects of Nature, and the Phaenomena of the Heavenly Bodies, as they appear in different Countries. Intended as a rational Entertainment and Improvement, for young Gentlemen and Ladies. Illustrated with accurate maps and plates. The third edition. To which is added, an appendix, Containing Remarks on Dr. Solander and Mr. Banks', Voyage to the Southern Hemisphere. And Also Some late Discoveries near the North Pole; With Observations Astronomical, Philosophical, and Geographical.
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Harrington, S.
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London : printed for the author, and sold by S. Crowder, in Pater-Noster-Row, and J. Walter, at Charing Cross, 1774.
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Great Britain -- England -- London.
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English
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x,[2],200,[2]p.,plates : ill.,maps ; 12⁰.
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Dedication signed: T. H.; the fourth edition dedication signed: S. Harrington.
Pp.161-200 contain the appendix.
With a final advertisement leaf.
Reproduction of original from British Library.
Pp.161-200 contain the appendix.
With a final advertisement leaf.
Reproduction of original from British Library.
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English Short Title Catalog, T130879.
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Electronic reproduction. Farmington Hills, Mich. : Cengage Gale, 2009. Available via the World Wide Web. Access limited by licensing agreements.
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