Manual of Geographical Pronunciation (1858)

The Manual of Geographical Pronunciation, published in 1858 by Alexander Frederic Foster, is a comprehensive guide to the correct pronunciation of geographic names from around the world. The book is organized alphabetically by country, with each entry providing the correct pronunciation of the country's major cities, landmarks, and other geographic features. The author also provides a brief history and description of each location. The book is particularly useful for travelers, scholars, and anyone interested in geography or linguistics. It includes pronunciations for names in various languages, including English, French, Spanish, and German. The author also provides guidance on how to pronounce difficult sounds and accents, making the book a valuable resource for language learners. Overall, the Manual of Geographical Pronunciation is a timeless reference work that remains relevant today, providing accurate and authoritative guidance on the correct pronunciation of geographic names from around 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.