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1871 London England und Schottland by Ravenstein Antique Travel Guide w/Maps

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1871 London England und Schottland by Ravenstein Antiquarian Travel Guide w/Maps

1871 London England und Schottland by Ravenstein Antiquarian Travel Guide w/MapsLondon England und SchottlandVon E.G. RavensteinPublished by Bibliographisches Institut: Hildburghausen 1871Meyers Reisebucher (Meyer's Travel Books): Meyers Reisebücher (1862-1936) were a series of German-language travel guide books published by the Bibliographisches Institut of Hildburghausen and Leipzig."Ernst Georg Ravenstein (Ernest George) FRSGS (30 December 1834 - 13 March 1913) was a German-English geographer and cartographer. As a geographer he was less of a traveller than a researcher; his studies led mainly in the direction of cartography and the history of geography. Scarce title - none available for sale online at time of listing. General wear and some insect damage to cloth cover and spine as shown. Binding is relaxed throughout however nothing is loose and it makes for a pleasant experience when browsing. Only a small pencil name inscription present. All maps and plates present. Pages range from clean with age toning to some light foxing around plates. Maps all in very good order. Given the nature of these travel books this one has held up remarkably well and is a pleasure to read and admire. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.Size 18cm x 12cm x 2cm - 684 Pages + Maps + Advertising
1871 London England und Schottland by Ravenstein Antiquarian Travel Guide w/Maps

London England und Schottland
Von E.G. Ravenstein
Published by Bibliographisches Institut: Hildburghausen 1871
Meyers Reisebucher (Meyer's Travel Books): Meyers Reisebücher (1862-1936) were a series of German-language travel guide books published by the Bibliographisches Institut of Hildburghausen and Leipzig.

" Ernst Georg Ravenstein (Ernest George) FRSGS (30 December 1834 - 13 March 1913) was a German-English geographer and cartographer. As a geographer he was less of a traveller than a researcher; his studies led mainly in the direction of cartography and the history of geography.

This is a richly detailed travel and geographical account intended for a German-speaking audience. The book offers vivid descriptions of London's rapid urban growth during the 19th century, highlighting its architecture, commerce, public institutions, and social life. Ravenstein, a noted geographer and cartographer, combines factual observations with cultural commentary, giving readers a comprehensive sense of the city as both a global hub of power and a place of everyday human activity.

The work then extends its focus beyond London to the broader landscapes of England and Scotland, presenting their historical sites, industrial centers, and natural scenery. Ravenstein's writing emphasizes contrasts between bustling cities and the rural beauty of the countryside, reflecting the changing face of Britain in the age of industrialization. For contemporary readers, the book served both as an informative guide and as a window into British society, while today it remains a valuable cultural document, capturing how 19th-century Germany viewed the British Isles at the height of their influence."

Scarce title - none available for sale online at time of listing. General wear and some insect damage to cloth cover and spine as shown. Binding is relaxed throughout however nothing is loose and it makes for a pleasant experience when browsing. Only a small pencil name inscription present. All maps and plates present. Pages range from clean with age toning to some light foxing around plates. Maps all in very good order. Given the nature of these travel books this one has held up remarkably well and is a pleasure to read and admire. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.

Size 18cm x 12cm x 2cm - 684 Pages + Maps + Advertising

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Maps"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Exploration & Travel
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Scarce title - none available for sale online at time of listing. General wear and some insect damage to cloth cover and spine as shown. Binding is relaxed throughout however nothing is loose and it makes for a pleasant experience when browsing. Only a small pencil name inscription present. All maps and plates present. Pages range from clean with age toning to some light foxing around plates. Maps all in very good order. Given the nature of these travel books this one has held up remarkably well and is a pleasure to read and admire. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.
Language: German
Author: E.G. Ravenstein
Publisher: Bibliographisches Institut: Hildburghausen
Year Printed: 1871
Sub-subject: British Travel Guide