A System of Universal Geography, or a Description All the Parts of the World, on a New Plan, According to the Great Natural Divisions of the Globe, . and Elementary Tables (Classic Reprint)

Explore Africa and the Near East with a nineteenth‑century geographic classic. This second volume of A System of Universal Geography offers a thorough, map‑rich survey of Africa, Egypt, Nubia, the Nubian coast, and the Atlas region, along with detailed topographical and political notes. Viewers will find careful descriptions, historical context, and practical data presented in a structured, synoptic style that blends narrative with analytical tables.

This edition presents a wide range of topics, from climate and vegetation to rivers, mountain systems, and human populations. It traces ancient and modern divides, summarizes civilizations and cultures, and surveys the geography of major regions in a single, comprehensive reference. The work is designed for readers seeking a solid grounding in global geography as it was understood in its era, with emphasis on how landscapes shape human activity and history.

• Regional overviews of Africa, Egypt, and Nubia, with emphasis on physical features and climate


• Detailed topographical, linguistic, and cultural sketches of inhabitants, languages, and civilizations


• Topical sections on rivers, mountains, deserts, and the role of geography in history


• Analytical tables and synoptic views that support quick reference and study

Ideal for readers of historical geography, cartography enthusiasts, and students seeking a window into 19th‑century geographical knowledge and methods.