A new introduction to the knowledge and use of maps : 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.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Harrington, S.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Cosmography--Early works to 1800.

Cosmography.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (x,[2],200,[2]p.,plates ) ill.,maps ;

Other Title:

New introduction to the knowledge and use of maps

Place of Publication:

London : printed for the author, and sold by S. Crowder, in Pater-Noster-Row, and J. Walter, at Charing Cross, 1774.

Notes:

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.

Cited in:

English Short Title Catalog, T130879.

OCLC:

642364696