Lectures on ancient ethnography and geography, volume 2 (of 2) : comprising Greece and her colonies, Epirus, Macedonia, Illyricum, Italy, Gaul, Spain, Britain, the north of Africa, etc.

These lectures take listeners on a sweeping tour of the ancient world, tracing how early writers understood the peoples and landscapes of Greece, its colonies, and the lands stretching from Epirus to the coasts of Britain and North Africa. The author weaves together classical sources, archaeological observations, and linguistic clues, showing how regions were defined and ethnic identities shaped. Listeners will appreciate the careful balance between scholarly rigor and an engaging narrative that brings long‑gone societies to life.

The second half of the volume turns its focus to Italy, beginning with the evolving meaning of the name itself and the legendary figure of Italus who is said to have ushered the land from hunting to settled agriculture. Detailed examinations follow, covering everything from the topography of Rome’s seven hills to the layout of its streets, walls, and public buildings, as well as the surrounding peoples such as the Sabines, Samnites, and Greek colonies of Magna Graecia. Through vivid description and thoughtful analysis, the lectures illuminate how geography and law intertwined to shape the early Italian world.