People's Handy Atlas of the World / 1910 Census Edition

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Gutenberg ID

21054

Title

People's Handy Atlas of the World / 1910 Census Edition

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en

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Project Gutenberg

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This 1911 atlas offers a comprehensive snapshot of global geography and demographics based on the 1910 U.S. Census. Featuring over 100 specially engraved maps, it details principal cities worldwide, U.S. state growth, agricultural production, and industrial statistics, serving as an essential reference for early 20th-century readers seeking data on nations, territories, and commercial development.

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Published in 1911 by The Geographical Publishing Company, the *People's Handy Atlas of the World* serves as a definitive reference for the geopolitical and economic landscape of the early 20th century. This volume functions not as a narrative work, but as a factual compendium preserving historical data from a pivotal moment in industrial and demographic history. The text is organized into three primary sections that collectively offer a clear, data-driven view of the world as it existed at the turn of the century. The first section provides a visual index of over 100 specially engraved maps covering every continent, major oceans, and specific territories. These maps illustrate the territorial holdings of European powers, the vast layout of the British Empire, and the diverse geography of the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Oceania. Special features include flags of all nations, relief maps, and diagrams comparing the relative sizes of the United States and European powers. Notably, the atlas highlights the newly constructed Panama Canal, detailing its summit elevation and lock systems. The second section, titled "Resume of 1910 Census," presents a rigorous statistical analysis of national growth between 1890 and 1910. It lists population figures for every U.S. state, highlighting significant increases in states like Oklahoma and Nevada, while noting decreases in others like Iowa. The data extends beyond demographics to commercial and financial developments, tracking bank clearings, railroad earnings, immigration numbers, and agricultural output such as wheat, corn, and cotton production. It also details industrial metrics like coal mining, iron ore shipments, and manufacturing values. The third section, "Principal Cities of the World," lists major urban centers outside the United States, providing population figures for cities ranging from small towns to metropolises like Paris, London, and Tokyo. This list reflects the global urbanization trends of the era, documenting populations in cities across Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. Overall, the book's significance lies in its preservation of historical data, offering an essential snapshot of global urbanization, industrial output, and demographic shifts during a transformative period in human history.

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