Publisher's Synopsis
The World In A Pocket Book: Or Universal Popular Statistics is a book written by William Hanby Crump and first published in 1858. The book is a comprehensive collection of statistics and information about countries around the world. It covers a wide range of topics, including geography, population, government, economy, religion, and culture.The book is designed to be a handy reference guide for anyone interested in learning about different countries and their characteristics. It is divided into sections, each focusing on a different region of the world. Within each section, countries are listed alphabetically and their statistics are presented in a clear and concise manner.In addition to providing basic information about each country, The World In A Pocket Book also includes interesting facts and anecdotes. For example, readers can learn about the largest cities in the world, the most popular religions, and the most common languages spoken.Overall, The World In A Pocket Book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in geography, world cultures, or international relations. It provides a wealth of information in a compact and accessible format, making it an ideal reference guide for students, travelers, and anyone curious about the world around them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
