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Paperback. Zustand: Fine. Map Collectors' Circle No 39, 12pp + 58pp, bound in original cream card covers spotted on rear; Quarto.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive exploration of 100 maps and charts, dating from the 17th to 19th centuries, that illustrate the evolving understanding and mapping of the American continent during a period of significant geographical exploration and political transformation. The author provides detailed descriptions of each map, highlighting their historical context, cartographic techniques, and the insights they offer into the changing perceptions of the American landscape. By examining these maps in chronological order, the book traces the progress of exploration, boundary disputes, and the rise of new nations, offering a visually stunning and informative journey through the cartographic history of the Americas. Through its meticulous analysis and captivating visuals, this book illuminates the profound impact of maps on shaping our understanding of the American continent and its place in world history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Softcover. Zustand: VG. Tan paper wraps with black lettering; 1-12 pp, 305-363 pp. Map Collectors' Series, Fourth Volume. No. 39. Comparative Cartography. Originally published in Essays honoring Lawrence C. Wroth, Portland, Me., 1951.