A. A Topographical Description of the Dominions of the United States of America..., by Thomas Pownall, published 1949, black and white (8.8 x 12.3"). This is the revised and enlarged version of Pownall's work, originally published in 1776. 235 pp. with 2 large folding facsimile maps including A Map of the Middle British Colonies in North America by Pownall and A General Map of the Southern British Colonies by Romans. Hardbound in tan cloth boards with gilt text on the front cover and spine. Condition: Contents very good with minimal shelf wear. (A)

B. The Discovery of North America, by W.P. Cumming, R.A. Skelton, and D.B. Quinn, published 1972, printed color (9.3 x 12.2"). This extensive textual history, profusely illustrated, covers early explorations across the Atlantic to 1633. It is an important reference for any library. 304 pp. with 370 plates, 75 in color. Hardbound in black cloth with gilt titles and an illustrated dust jacket. Condition: Near fine condition. (A)

C. The Exploration of North America 1630-1776, by W.P. Cumming, S.E. Hiller, D.B. Quinn, and G. Williams, published 1974, printed color (9.3 x 12.2"). Written by four experts in American history and cartography. The book is a follow-up to The Discovery of North America, presenting a well documented and meticulous survey of European expansion in the New World, featuring eye-witness accounts and narratives of the explorers and settlers. Each chapter contains a historical survey of the opening up of new land and the main exploration routes. 272 pp, 400 illustrations, 47 in full color. Hardbound in original green cloth with gilt title on spine, and pictorial dust jacket with additional plastic cover. Condition: Light toning along sheet edges with some slight wear to the dust jacket, including a few short tears closed with tape. (B+)

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