Mitchell's Ancient Atlas, Classical and Sacred,
Containing Maps Illustrating the Geography of the Ancient World,
As Described by the Writers of Antiquity;
Also, The Political Divisions, Cities, Towns, Places Distinguished by Remarkable Events;
The Routes of Distinguished Military Commanders, Etc.
Likewise, The Lengths of Seas, Lakes, and Rivers, and the Heights of Mountains.
As Determined by Modern Observations;
Together With A Table of the Corresponding Ancient and Modern Names Of The Places Engraved in the Maps.
The Whole is Accompanied By A Descriptive Geography,
Embellished With Numerous Engravings of Remarkable Events Views of Important Cities, Noted Structures, and Various Interesting Antique Remains.
By S. Augustus Mitchell.
ILLUSTRATED
RARE MAPS
Publisher: T. H. Butler & Co.
Copyright: 1882
--CONDITION--
This book is in poor condition. Hardcover. This is an antiquarian book that has had a long and illustrious journey through time and its age is definitely showing. Please take a look at the pictures to ascertain the condition and state of this book. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. Paper boards are heavily worn along edges and corners with significant signs of shelf wear and staining. The black cloth spine is frayed and detached from the boards. Hinges weak. The maps are toned and wrinkled from past moisture damage. There are penciled notes on the back of the maps. Needs remediation/rebinding or at the very least a caring home. These maps would also be ideal for framing or scrapbooking/crafting purposes. -
--ABOUT THIS ITEM--
This is a rare and hard-to-find atlas of the ancient world. Contains maps of the Roman Empire, Ancient Greece, Israel, Asia, Persia, the Barbarian invasion, and more. Price reflects condition.
Item Dimensions: 11.75 inches x 9.75 inches
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