A. A Book of Old Maps Delineating American History from the Earliest Days Down to the Close of the Revolutionary War, by Emerson D. Fite and Archibald Freeman, (10.1 x 14.5"). An excellent study of American cartographic developments in 74 selected maps made between 1474 and 1825. These maps provide a unique view of an important stage in the growth of America. Each map has an accompanying essay describing its background and historical importance. Illustrated in black and white, 299 pages, hardbound with gilt title on spine and an illustrated dust jacket protected by Mylar. Compiled and edited by Emerson D. Fite & Archibald Freeman, Arno Press, New York, 1969. Reprint of the Harvard University Press edition of 1926. Condition: Text is very good with minor toning along edges and on the pastedown and endpapers. Covers are slightly bumped with light shelf wear. Dust jacket is heavily chipped.

B. The Discovery of North America - A Critical, Documentary, and Historic Investigation..., by Henry Harisse, (7.0 x 9.9"). This is a reprint of Henry Harrisse's extensive textual history of early explorations across the Atlantic and early cartography of North America, originally published in Paris in 1892. An important reference for any library. Hardbound in black cloth. Published in Amsterdam by N. Israel. 802 pages, illustrated with maps, including 5 in a pocket attached to the inside of the back cover. Condition: Text is near fine. One of the five maps in the back is lightly toned. Covers are slightly bumped with minor shelf wear.

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Condition: B+

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