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Atlas of ancient & classical geography

By Samuel Butler
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A compact atlas compiling maps, indices, and explanatory notes covering the ancient Mediterranean, Near East, and adjacent regions. It provides detailed maps of Greece, Italy, Asia Minor, Egypt, Palestine, North Africa, and barbarian migrations, with an index of place-names and guidance on variant classical spellings and coordinate conventions. Introductory essays explain geographic limits, regional surveys, and how to use maps alongside classical histories. Several map editions and revisions are noted, and the plates aim to serve readers of ancient historians by clarifying campaigns, colonizations, and settlement patterns. The volume functions as a concise gazetteer and classroom reference for classical topography.

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Samuel Butler

Samuel Butler was an English novelist, essayist, and social critic, known for his satirical and thought-provoking works. His most famous novel, "Erewhon," published in 1872, presents a unique utopian society that challenges contemporary Victorian values and explores themes of evolution and morality. Butler's writings often reflect his interest in science and philosophy, as seen in his essays and critiques of Darwinism in "Evolution, Old & New." He also authored travel narratives, such as "Alps and Sanctuaries of Piedmont and the Canton Ticino," showcasing his keen observations of culture and landscape. Butler's literary contributions continue to resonate, marking him as a significant figure in 19th-century literature.

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