Subject: Cartographic Reference
Period: 1986 (published)
Publication: Abbeville Press
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12 x 15.25 inches
30.5 x 38.7 cm
Sixty of the most historically significant and beautiful Holy Land maps, including rare treasures of manuscript illumination and masterpieces of early printing. Lavishly illustrated with approximately 80 colored maps, many of which are double-page and triple-page fold-outs. The author, a recognized authority on antique maps, presents maps from European, Byzantine, Arabic and Persian sources, each finely reprinted with useful descriptions. An important contribution, based on many years of research, and a pleasure to read. 164 pp. Hard bound in black embossed cloth with dustjacket.
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Condition: A+
Dustjacket with very minor shelf wear, else as new.