Originally published in 1897, Preface: The object of this little volume is to place before teachers and students a selection of the best available books on Geography as an educational subject, and on different parts of the world. An effort has been made to include all cheap editions of recognised authorities;....This early works is a comprehensive and informative look at the subject. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.