Unveil the secrets of the world without leaving your comfy chair with this vintage New Concise Atlas of the World that was an advertising gift. The cover reads: Compliments of Clark J. Wilkins, New York. According to the inside face page this company was established in 1870 by George M. Clark and Hartwell A. Wilkins. Dealers in Kindling Wood, Eleventh Avenue, Car of West 24th Street and Foot of East 128th Street, New York. Telephones, 2268 Chelsea. 866 Harlem. We deal in wood exclusively and deliver to residences in any part of the city.
A treasure for map enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this atlas offers colored maps and geographical insights that tell tales of lands near and far. Published by the renowned Rand McNally, this collection is a journey through time and place. Perfect for educational purposes or as a retro decorative item on your bookshelf. The atlas contains the "colored maps of all the states and territories in the United States and the provinces of the dominion of Canda also Full Page Maps of Every Country and Civil Division upon the face of the Globe." Some interesting maps include Indo China, Kongo Free State, Orange Free State, Persia, Russia, Siam to name a few. Nice size to thumb through with clear pages and only minimal age to the maps. Mark free. Front cover does have light edge wear (see photos for details).