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245 1 4 _aThe National Geographic Magazine, Vol. II., No. 4, August, 1890
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2020-08-02
508 _aProduced by Ron Swanson
520 _a"The National Geographic Magazine, Vol. II., No. 4, August, 1890" by Various is a historical publication that was likely written during the late 19th century. This edition contains a blend of articles focused on geographic studies, including explorations of Korea, surveying practices in Great Britain, and discussions on geographic nomenclature. The aim of the magazine is to inform readers about various aspects of geography and mapping during that period, fostering a greater understanding of these topics. The opening of this issue features an article by Ensign J.B. Bernadou that delves into the complexities of the Korean language, specifically its alphabet and hieroglyphics. It discusses the historical influences on writing in Korea, emphasizing contributions from Chinese and Buddhist missionaries. Moreover, Bernadou highlights recent developments in mapping Korea, describing the challenges faced due to insufficient data and the efforts made in establishing a systematic approach to transliterating Korean proper names. This article sets the stage for a broader discussion on geographic representation and cultural understanding, reflecting the magazine's educational purpose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGeography -- Periodicals
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62827
999 _c103651
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