The World As It Is, And As It Has Been: Or A Comprehensive Geography And History, Ancient And Modern (1855)

By Samuel G. Goodrich and Samuel Griswold Goodrich

Book Overview

""The World As It Is, And As It Has Been: Or A Comprehensive Geography And History, Ancient And Modern"" is a book written by Samuel Griswold Goodrich in 1855. It is a comprehensive guide to the geography and history of the world, covering both ancient and modern times. The book is divided into two parts, the first part covering the geography of the world, and the second part covering the history of the world. The geography section covers the physical features of the world such as mountains, rivers, and oceans, as well as the different countries and continents. It also includes information on the climate, vegetation, and animal life of different regions. The history section covers the major events and civilizations of the world, from ancient times to the present day. It includes information on the rise and fall of empires, important battles, and significant political and social movements. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all ages. It is also illustrated with maps and drawings, which help to bring the information to life. Overall, ""The World As It Is, And As It Has Been"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the geography and history of the world.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120938031
• ISBN13: 9781120938039
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.3" x 11.0"