This standard reference work on world maps includes 18 color-plates and hundreds of black and white illustrations, each with a detailed description and carto-bibliography. The scholarship behind this work is unparalleled, providing comprehensive information about each map. 669 pages, extensive index, and appendices. Hardbound in red cloth with gilt and black titling at spine, with illustrated dust jacket.

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Condition: B

There are some manuscript notations in pencil and some minor creasing to the bottom corners of the pages. The hinges are starting, covers have light to moderate shelf wear, and there are a couple short tears in the cloth along the spine. Dust jacket is sunned along the spine with a number of chips and tears, some of which have been repaired with tape.