Stanford's Compendium Of Geography And Travel (New Issue)
Australasia (Volume 1) - Australia & New Zealand
By J.W. Gregory
With Maps & Illustrations
Published by Edward Stanford: London 1907 2nd Edition
Original Decorated Cloth Bindings - Complete Copy With All 33 Maps (Multiple Folding)
"Stanford's Compendium Of Geography And Travel - Australasia by J. W. Gregory is a substantial early twentieth-century geographical survey examining Australia, New Zealand, and the wider Australasian region through the lens of exploration, geology, settlement, climate, and economic development. Issued as part of Edward Stanford's respected geographical reference series, the work combines scholarly analysis with vivid descriptions of the landscapes, peoples, and emerging industries of Australasia during a transformative period in colonial history. Gregory, an eminent geologist and traveller, brought both scientific expertise and first-hand observational insight to the volume, giving it lasting historical and geographical importance.
The book provides a remarkably detailed overview of the Australasian colonies and dominions at the beginning of the twentieth century, covering subjects such as inland exploration, mining, agriculture, transport routes, indigenous cultures, mountain systems, river networks, and patterns of settlement. Richly illustrated throughout with maps, diagrams, and photographic plates, the volume reflects the growing international fascination with Australia and New Zealand as expanding regions of economic promise and scientific interest. Gregory's discussion of geology and physical geography is especially notable, offering contemporary interpretations of volcanic activity, mountain formation, arid landscapes, and coastal development across the continent and surrounding islands.
This 1907 second edition is an impressive and highly collectible example, presented in its original decorated cloth bindings and complete with all 33 maps, including numerous large folding maps of exceptional visual appeal. The elaborate cartographic content transforms the work into both a scholarly reference and a striking display piece, capturing the geography and imperial understanding of Australasia at the height of the Edwardian era. A substantial and visually engaging volume, it remains an important work for collectors of Australian exploration, cartography, travel literature, and early geographical science."
General wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. Ex library copy with several stamps and a few pencil underlines present. All 33 maps are present as called for including multiple folding. Pages otherwise clean and well presented. Inside hinges split and covers wobbly but secure. A nice copy of Volume 1 in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 20cm x 14cm x 5cm - 657 Pages
