Cher 1911 geography guidebook

Description

Geography of the Cher department. Paris, Hachette, 1911. In-12 format, 64 pages. Publisher's cardboard binding. 12 engravings and one folding color map. This renowned edition of the Petite Géographie Joanne delighted generations of schoolchildren with detailed descriptions of the department's physical features, waterways, climate, natural curiosities, history, famous figures, population, languages, religion, public education, administrative divisions, agriculture, and industry. Two-column text layout for the commune dictionary section. Bound in blue percaline with gilt lettering on the upper cover and decorative framing motifs.