Alden's Handy Atlas of the World Including One Hundred and Thirty-eight Colored Maps, Diagrams, Tables, Etc.

This compact atlas offers a vivid picture of the world as it was understood in the late‑1880s. One hundred and thirty‑eight full‑color maps stretch from the bustling streets of New York to the remote islands of the South Pacific, each rendered with the bold clarity of the period’s printing art. The layout makes it easy to flip between continents, letting listeners trace the outlines of emerging nations and familiar territories alike.

Beyond geography, the volume packs an impressive array of diagrams and tables that bring statistics to life. Agricultural yields, population figures, and trade routes are presented in tidy charts, giving a sense of the economic currents that shaped daily life across the globe. These visual aids turn raw data into a story of how people and resources moved in an increasingly connected world.

Compiled by a reputable New York publisher, the atlas captures a moment of optimism and expanding knowledge. For anyone curious about how the world was mapped before the age of satellites, it serves as an engaging guide that blends education with the charm of vintage illustration.