History of Britain in maps
2017, First Edition. Glasgow : Collins. Fine copy in the original illustrated, paper-covered boards. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling to the spine bands and panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Item #362204
Summary: From Mappa Mundi to modern election maps, the United Kingdom has evolved rapidly, along with the ways in which it has been mapped. In this time, cartography has not only kept pace with these changes, but has often driven them. In this beautiful book, 100 maps give a visual representation of the history of Britain. Every map tells a story and this book tells the incredible history of Britain through maps, and includes many famous examples of cartography, along with some that deserve to be better known. Physical description: 1 atlas (256 pages) : illustrations (some colour), maps (some colour) ; 28 cm. Subjects: Cartography Great Britain History. Map drawing History. Genre: Art history. Language: English.
Price: €25.00