A Short way to know the world: or; A compendium of modern geography, [electronic resource] : According to the latest discoveries and improvements: by way of question and answer. Design'd as well for the use of schools, as of those who would be acquainted with the present state of nations. In two parts. I. General geography; or, An account of the science, and its several branches: with an explanation of such matters and terms belonging to each as may be necessary for understanding the second part. II. Special geography; or, A description of the several empires, kingdoms, states and countries throughout the world: setting forth their situation, bounds, extent, qualities; mountains, rivers, lakes; divisions into provinces; inhabitants, government, trade, religion, bishops, universities. The whole improved with maps adapted to the work, and copper-plates.