Handbook of Geography, Vol. 2 of 2: Descriptive Mathematical (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Emil Reich

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0282546545 ISBN 13: 9780282546540

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

See the world clearly: a practical, readable guide to geography that links place to map.

This two-part handbook blends descriptive geography with mathematical methods to help readers picture countries and their landscapes, then locate and project those places onto maps accurately. From the author of a long tradition of geographic study, this edition emphasizes both natural features and the art of map-making, offering a unified view of how space shapes history and daily life.

This edition explains how to form a lifelike image of a country, and then how to determine positions on the globe and reproduce them on a flat map. It covers the theory and technique of map projection, scale, and perspective, with attention to both the science and the craft of cartography. While statistics may lag behind the latest data, the work aims to impart solid geographic knowledge and practical methods for map reading and creation.

• Grasp how descriptive geography frames a country’s physical form and landscape.
• Learn the basics of mathematical geography, including locating positions on the globe.
• Understand map projections, scales, and the challenges of representing curved surfaces on flat maps.
• Gain insight into the history and craft of cartography with clear explanations and examples.

Ideal for readers of geography, history, and mapmaking, this edition helps you see how the world fits together in space and on the page. It’s a solid choice for students, educators, and curious minds alike.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0282546545
• ISBN 13: 9780282546540
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 197