A. The Mapping of North America - Three Centuries of Map-Making 1500-1860, by John Goss, published 1990 (10.4 x 14.4"). By focusing on the evolution of mapping, this book reveals how the perceptions of the world changed as more areas were explored. It contains many of the most important and famous maps of the Americas as well as some of the more common nineteenth century examples. 184 pages, introduction plus 85 full-page illustrations, of which 80 are in color, each with well researched information. Hardbound in red cloth with gilt title on spine and an illustrated dust jacket.

B. America - Early Maps of the New World, by Hans Wolff, published 1992 (11.6 x 11.1"). This is a beautifully illustrated scholarly discussion of early maps that show the New World. Many aspects of geography and cartography and how they evolved are discussed. Edited by Hans Wolff, on behalf of the Bavarian State Library. 90 splendid illustrations in color and 92 in duotone. First English edition. 192 pages. Hardbound in blue cloth with dust jacket.

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Condition: A

Both books are in near fine condition with faint wear to their dust jackets.