The grammarian's geography and astronomy ancient and modern, exemplified in the use of the globes terraqueous and caelestial. In which all the Terms of Art, Parts of the Globes, and Problems thereon to be performed, with the Use of Maps, are so plainly and methodically consider'd and treated of, as scarce ever to be forgot when once taught and shown by the diligent Tutor. In two parts. Particularly adapted to the Capacities of young Gentlemen studying the Classicks; as well as, useful and entertaining to all others, who; not having had Opportunity of acquainting themselves with Mathematical Calculations, are yet desirous of some Knowledge of the Earth and Heavens. The geographical part comprehending the ancient and modern names, ... Length; and Breadth of most Places in the World; including Land and Water, namely, Continents, Islands, ... and Countries, Kingdoms, Cities, and Towns; with the Latitude and Longitude of the most principal Parts, and their Bearing and Distance from London; i

People / Organizations

• John Holmes (Author)

Imprint

London : printed by W. Strahan; and sold by C. Hitch and L. Hawes, in Pater-Noster-Row, MDCCLI. [1751]

Publication year

1751

ESTC No.

T84843

Grub Street ID

305194

Description

[22], 276, [30] p.,plates : maps ; 8°.

Note

Titlepage in red and black.