Geography is a science which is no more looked upon as a fine
accomplishment, but a necessary part of education; for there is no study
which seems fitter for the entertainment and instruction of young
persons than this. Geography gives them a perfect idea of the exterior
surface of the globe, of its natural and political divisions, and of the
curiosities of all its parts: hence it may be called with reason, the
eye of history, the soldier’s companion, the merchant’s director, and
the traveller’s guide.
It is also a study which holds the first rank among those qualities
which are requisite for forming the scholar; for it is adapted not only
to gratify our curiosity, but also to increase our knowledge, to banish
prejudices, and make us acquainted with our real advantages, and those
of our fellow-creatures.
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_For the +New-York Weekly Magazine+._
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