About Me


Hi there, my name is Brian McClain.  I go by the nickname "Geographist", hence the name of this website.  My two favorite subjects in school were always history and geography, and as I've gotten older I realize how intertwined these two subjects really are.  One is the story, the other is the setting.  Throughout my career as a cartographer I've been able to use the "lay of the land" to improve my own understanding of situations, and have attempted to convey that knowledge to others.  This website was born of my desire to reach a broader audience with the topics that fascinate me, such as US history, Biblical study, and personal development.  My approach is very similar to my teaching style developed over years of merging technical software training and children's Sunday school - convey information in a conversational tone, respecting the intelligence of those I speak with whether they be a 5th grader or a Ph.D. geophysicist.  I hope to cover a broad scope of topics, and always welcome comments, conversation, and suggestions for what you'd like to see.  Thank you for visiting!

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  1. Morii JeansMay 13, 2021 at 4:26 AM

    Good post.

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  2. A.Z.September 6, 2025 at 7:13 PM

    I just found your site and wanted to thank you for sharing your knowledge and research. The posts are interesting, informative and full of information to enrich our understanding of history. I would love to hear your opinion on Sir Isaac Newton 's " observations on the prophecies of Daniel and the Apocalypse of St. John". If you haven't read it, prepare yourself for an exciting and valuable look at Biblical history from a brilliant mind.
    I am confident you will find a deeper appreciation and understanding of God's plan. I also recommend " History unveiling prophecy" by Henry Grattan Guinness for an in depth look at early church leaders and their writings concerning biblical prophecy and the beauty of divine wisdom that glorifies God and his foretelling of what is now history.

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    1. The GeographistSeptember 6, 2025 at 7:22 PM

      Thank you for the recommendations - I haven't read those works but will be sure to add them to my 2026 reading list!

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