Subject: References
Period: 1981 (published)
Publication:
Color: Printed Color
Size:
12.3 x 15.3 inches
31.2 x 38.9 cm
This reference book contains an array of early maps, municipal plans, and sea charts from the 13th century to the 1850s. Each plate is accompanied by information on the cartographer and an explanation of the political developments and geographical discoveries that influenced the map's design. Hardbound in green cloth with gilt letters on spine and illustrated original dust-wrapper. 148 pp., 68 color plates, several foldouts.
References:
Condition: A
Contents and covers are near fine, with just a touch of soiling along the covers' bottom edge. Dust jacket is lightly soiled and sunned.
