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Publication of the First Handbook

When
1836
Where
London, United Kingdom
Part of
John Murray III publishes the first Murray's Handbook for Travellers

John Murray III published the first Murray's Handbook for Travellers on the Continent in London in 1836.

The first volume, 'A Hand-book for Travellers on the Continent (Northern Germany)', was issued by John Murray and Son in London in 1836. This publication marked the beginning of the Murray's Handbooks series, which provided detailed guides for travelers.

Sources

  1. Murray's Handbooks for Travellers Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
  2. John Murray (publishing house) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-19

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