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Appletons' Elementary Geography.
This book treats the subject objectively, makes knowledge precede definitions, and presents facts in their logical connections, taking gradual steps from the known to the unknown. The work is designed to be elementary, not only in name and size, but also in the style and quality of its matter and development of the subject. The illustrations have been selected with great care, and the maps are distinct, unencumbered with names, accurate, and attractive.
Introduction price, 55 cents.
Appletons' Higher Geography.
This volume is not a repetition of the Elementary, either in its matter or mode of developing the subject. In it the earth is viewed as a whole, and the great facts of political as depending on the physical geography are fully explained. Great prominence is given to commerce and leading industries as the result of physical conditions. The maps challenge comparison in point of correctness, distinctness, and artistic finish. Special State editions, with large, beautiful maps and descriptive matter, supplied without additional expense.
Introduction price, $1.25.
Appletons' Physical Geography.
The new Physical Geography stands unrivaled among text-books on the subject. Its list of authors includes such eminent scientific specialists as Quackenbos, Newberry, Hitchcock, Stevens, Gannett, Dall, Merriam, Britton, Lieutenant Stoney, George F. Kunz, and others, presenting an array of talent never before united in the making of a single text-book.
Introduction price, $1.60.
Specimen copies, for examination, will be sent, post-paid, to teachers and school-officers, on receipt of the introduction prices.
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