The original Hillyer geography was all in one volume. These were updated and republished, and this volume is on Africa and Asia. It is a narrative. I use them and love them. The newer volumes have photos.
Some people prefer the older one, and some people prefer the newer ones.
I hope this helps. I am looking for a narrative. Sure, This is a 1966 Meredith press version. The original Hillyer geography was all in one volume. These were updated and republished, and this volume is on Africa and Asia.