Subject: Britain
Period: 1794 (published)
Publication:
Color: Hand Color
Size:
9.8 x 12.1 inches
24.9 x 30.7 cm
This large, incredibly detailed map of Britain is sectioned into 81 sheets and bound in "atlas" form. It covers all of England, Wales, and the southern portion of Scotland and depicts roads, towns and cities, rivers, canals and topography. Included with the map is a 14-page index of "The Roads from the Metropolis to Every Market Town in England and Wales," making the book usable like earlier strip road maps. Also includes a comprehensive 88-page "List of Places" and an index map. Complete. Blank sheets 62 and 80 not present, as issued, for a total of 79 map sheets.
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Condition: B+
The map sheets are overall very good with original outline color and light offsetting. Covers are moderately worn with bumped edges.