Chorographia

Chorographia: Or A Survey Of Newcastle Upon Tyne, 1649 (1884) by William Gray is a historical book that provides a detailed survey of the city of Newcastle upon Tyne in England. The book was originally written in 1649 by Gray, who was a local surveyor and cartographer, and was later republished in 1884 with additional notes and commentary by John Sykes.The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides a different perspective on the city. The first section provides a general overview of the city's geography, including its rivers, hills, and surrounding countryside. The second section focuses on the city's history, tracing its origins from Roman times through the medieval period and up to the 17th century.The third section of the book is devoted to the city's architecture, providing detailed descriptions and illustrations of its churches, public buildings, and private residences. The fourth section provides a survey of the city's economy, including its industries, markets, and trade. The final section of the book provides a detailed map of the city, showing its streets, buildings, and landmarks.Overall, Chorographia: Or A Survey Of Newcastle Upon Tyne, 1649 (1884) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of this important English city. Its detailed descriptions and illustrations provide a vivid picture of life in Newcastle upon Tyne during the 17th century, and its maps and diagrams offer a valuable tool for understanding the city's layout and development over time.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.